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Sweet Potato Toast With Caramelized Banana And Peanut Butter
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Sweet Potato Toast With Caramelized Banana And Peanut Butter

Recipe by Realizing Fitness

From the Blog Author

This Sweet Potato Toast With Caramelized Banana And Peanut Butter is one of my breakfast favorites because it turns a simple veggie into sweet, comforting joy. I first discovered it during a lazy Sunday morning when I had a batch of sweet potatoes left over and a craving for something warm but not too heavy. The toast is crisp on the outside, soft inside, and the banana gives a sweet pop that pairs perfectly with the rich, nutty peanut butter. What I love most is how the flavors work together—sweet potato with a hint of earthy sweetness, banana mellowed by caramelization, and peanut butter adding creamy depth. A pinch of sea salt and a dusting of cinnamon lift everything up into a single, harmonious bite. Even the tiniest detail, like using a good‑quality peanut butter and letting the banana sizzle slightly, matters. A little tip from my experience: slice the sweet potato about ½‑inch thick and bake it until just tender before toasting. This keeps the inside creamy without the risk of overcooking and gives you extra time to caramelize the bananas. If you try this, I'd love to hear about it—send us an email and let me know what you think of the texture and flavor. I can’t wait to see how you make it your own!
Prep Time
N/A
Cook Time
20 minutes
Servings
0
Difficulty
Medium

Ingredients

  • 1 large sweet potato, sliced
  • 2 bananas, sliced
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons cacao nibs
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Directions

1

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.

2

Roast sweet potato slices for 10 minutes.

3

Flip the sweet potato slices and roast for an additional 10 minutes.

4

While the sweet potatoes roast, fry banana slices in coconut oil.

5

Flip the banana slices and cook until both sides are golden brown.

6

Top the roasted sweet potato slices with peanut butter, caramelized banana slices, and cacao nibs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How should I store leftover Sweet Potato Toast with Caramelized Banana?

This dessert is best enjoyed fresh due to the texture of the roasted sweet potato. If you have leftovers, store the roasted sweet potato slices in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, keeping the toppings separate if possible.

Can I make the sweet potato toast ahead of time?

While you can roast the sweet potato slices ahead of time, we recommend assembling this dessert right before serving for the best experience. If prepping in advance, roast the sweet potato slices and store them in the fridge; when ready to serve, reheat them slightly before adding the caramelized banana and peanut butter.

What's a good substitution for peanut butter in this recipe?

If you need a peanut-free alternative, almond butter or sunflower seed butter work wonderfully as a spread for the sweet potato toast. You can use the same 1/4 cup measurement, ensuring the texture complements the sweetness of the caramelized bananas.