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Home Meal Type Holiday
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1 hour 15 minutes

Herbed Sweet Potato Stacks

Gluten Free Gluten Free Nut Free Nut Free Vegetarian Vegetarian
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By: Denise Bustard29 Comments
Posted: 12/19/15 Updated: 8/28/20

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Wow your guests with these herbed sweet potato stacks! Sweet potatoes are sliced razor-thin, brushed with butter, sprinkled with parmesan cheese and herbs, then stacked vertically.

When you want to serve something just a little different than traditional baked sweet potatoes or mashed sweet potatoes, why not try these herbed sweet potato stacks?

side view of sweet potato stacks on cutting board with fresh herbs

Sliced thin on a mandoline, brushed with butter and sprinkled with parmesan cheese, herbs and seasonings, they make a great presentation and would be the perfect holiday side dish!

Not only that but they taste amazing as well. With layers of parmesan cheese and herbs, they have a texture similar to scalloped potatoes, only stacked vertically instead.

Why you'll ♡ these sweet potato stacks

  • they are pretty and would be perfect on your holiday table
  • they are surprisingly simple to prepare
  • you can customize with different ingredients to use what you have on hand

sweet potato stacks on cutting board; showing crispy tops of stacks

Simple ingredients

Sweet potatoes are so tasty on their own, but with a few simple ingredients, we can take them to the next level: butter has the dual purpose of preventing the sweet potatoes from drying out while cooking and also imparting a rich buttery flavor, parmesan cheese brings a salty umami flavor and crisps up the tops of the sweet potato stacks, fresh herbs add flavor complexity and dimension, and salt and pepper help enhance all of the flavors.

Slice evenly

It's absolutely critical that you slice the sweet potatoes evenly through; otherwise you will end up with parts of the sweet potato stacks overcooked while others will be undercooked. I highly recommend using a mandoline (I own this very basic model), set to create 3-4 mm slices.

When using a mandoline, you must be very careful to avoid slicing your hand. Some mandolines come with a safety guard, and you can also use a protective glove to keep your fingers safe.

Recipe tips

Here are some tips to help you get perfect sweet potato stacks:

  • muffin tin- you will need a muffin tin to bake up this recipe; a sheet pan has not been tested and may not work the same.
  • sweet potatoes- make sure when purchasing sweet potatoes that you choose ones that will fit the width of your muffin tray; extremely large and wide sweet potatoes will not be suitable for this recipe
  • peeling- you can leave the skin on your sweet potatoes if you'd prefer, although it is a bit chewy and makes the sweet potatoes challenging to cut into
  • serving size- you will want to serve 2-3 stacks to each guest, therefore if you plan to serve this recipe to a group of people, you will want to double or triple the recipe

Variations

You can put your own twist on this recipe using ingredients you have on hand or based on your taste preferences:

  • sweet potatoes- you can swap for regular potatoes; and check out our Parmesan & Rosemary Potato Stacks recipe for directions!
  • butter- you may swap the butter for coconut oil or olive oil but you'll want to add in some extra salt to enhance the flavors
  • herbs- go wild here and use your favorites. Some ideas: thyme, rosemary, oregano, sage, tarragon
  • garlic- while this recipe does not include minced garlic, it's great mixed in with the butter before brushing between layers
  • parmesan- swap for mozzarella, gouda, havarti, or your favorite cheese. Make sure to finely grate it so it melts evenly between the layers.

side angle of sweet potato stacks with un-diffused light

More holiday side dishes

  • Twice Baked Sweet Potato Casserole
  • Rosemary Roasted Root Vegetables
  • Stuffed Acorn Squash with Mushrooms and Cranberries
  • Sauteed Green Beans with Garlic Butter
  • Instant Pot Carrots

Did you make this? Tag me on social @sweetpeasandsaffron and be sure to leave a comment and rate the recipe!

herb coconut oil sweet potato stacks on wood board

Herbed Sweet Potato Stacks

5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 1 hr
Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
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Wow your guests with these herbed sweet potato stacks! Sweet potatoes are sliced razor-thin, brushed with butter, sprinkled with parmesan cheese and herbs, then stacked vertically.
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Ingredients

  • 2 sweet potatoes (sliced into 3-4mm slices (I recommend using a mandoline))
  • ¼ cup butter (melted; salted or unsalted may be used)
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, oregano, sage, tarragon; chopped)
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese (shredded)

Instructions 

  • Pre-heat oven to 375°F.
  • Melt butter in the microwave.
  • Slice potatoes around 3-4mm thick (mandoline works best for this)
  • Layer potatoes in the bottom of a muffin tin, brushing with butter, and sprinkling with herbs, salt and pepper, and parmesan cheese between each layer.
  • Sprinkle the tops of each stack with additional Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 45-60 minutes, until sweet potatoes are cooked through.

Tips:

Storage
Sweet potato stacks are best served fresh, however you may store in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Rewarm in a covered dish in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1/4 batch, Calories: 216kcal, Carbohydrates: 14g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 14g, Cholesterol: 7mg, Sodium: 279mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 3g
Author: Denise Bustard
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Holiday

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Meet Denise Bustard

Denise Bustard is the creator of Sweet Peas and Saffron, a meal prep-focussed food blog. With a PhD in biochemistry, Denise takes a scientific approach to perfecting her recipes. You can find Denise's work featured on Huffington Post, MSN, Self and more.

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  1. Heather says

    Posted on 12/3/18 at Posted on 12/3/18

    These look good! I am not a cook. How do I get them out of the muffin tin?

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 12/3/18 at Posted on 12/3/18

      Just work a knife around the sides and then you should be able to work the knife underneath to pop them out 🙂

      Reply
  2. Denise says

    Posted on 6/18/17 at Posted on 6/18/17

    Hope you like it, Catherine!

    Reply
  3. Bethany @ athletic avocado says

    Posted on 2/28/16 at Posted on 2/28/16

    My roasted sweet potatoes that I consume everyday aren't as nearly as exciting as these stacks! Come to mama!

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 2/28/16 at Posted on 2/28/16

      Ha ha! Thanks, Bethany 😀

      Reply
  4. Catherine says

    Posted on 2/24/16 at Posted on 2/24/16

    Dear Denise, Congratulations! You deserved that break...I am glad to see you back in action and what a perfect comeback recipe! These potato stacks look sensation. xo, Catherine

    Reply
  5. Denise says

    Posted on 12/22/15 at Posted on 12/22/15

    I feel like it's still sinking in, but it is definitely a relief! Thanks so much, Jessica!

    Reply
  6. annie says

    Posted on 12/22/15 at Posted on 12/22/15

    Congrats on finishing your PhD! This is a great way to celebrate. Sweet potatoes in coconut oil are the bomb, especially when they're all thin and have more surface area to get all roasty.

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 12/22/15 at Posted on 12/22/15

      Thank you so much, Annie! I am starting to come around to coconut oil 😉

      Reply
  7. marcie says

    Posted on 12/22/15 at Posted on 12/22/15

    Congrats again, Denise -- I can't begin to imagine how relieved you are that that's over! What an awesome accomplishment, and you definitely deserve an extended break! These sweet potato stacks look just delicious, and I love that you healthi-fied them with coconut oil. I love the stuff!

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 12/22/15 at Posted on 12/22/15

      Wooooh. So relieved. Thanks, Marcie!

      Reply
  8. Helen @ scrummy lane says

    Posted on 12/22/15 at Posted on 12/22/15

    Ha! I have long lost coconut oil in my cupboard too!
    Congratulations on finishing your Phd ... wow, six whole years! That sure warrants some serious sitting around on the couch!
    Happy you're back with such a wonderful-looking recipe though. These look beautiful - perfect for a 'posh' new year's meal.

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 12/22/15 at Posted on 12/22/15

      I don't know how long it was in my cupboard, so embarrassing! So glad I found it 😉 Thanks so much, Helen! It has been a loooong time coming!

      Reply
  9. Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says

    Posted on 12/21/15 at Posted on 12/21/15

    Congratulations on your thesis defense, Denise - you must be so relieved it's over! Love these sweet potato stacks - what a great idea. And yes, to yoga pants, wine and netflix - planning on spending a few days over the holidays doing the same thing!

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 12/22/15 at Posted on 12/22/15

      SO relieved to be done! Although I still have edits...but the hard part is done. Thanks so much, Geraldine! Happy holidays 😉

      Reply
  10. Kristine | Kristine's Kitchen says

    Posted on 12/21/15 at Posted on 12/21/15

    Huge congratulations on your thesis defense!!! You deserve that wine and Netflix!

    These sweet potato stacks are just gorgeous! I'd be so happy to munch on these!

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 12/22/15 at Posted on 12/22/15

      Thank-you, Kristine! I am definitely catching up on sleep these days 😉

      Reply
  11. Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says

    Posted on 12/21/15 at Posted on 12/21/15

    Woo hoo! So happy for you, girly! Enjoy some much-deserved down time, and of course all the wine and Netflix you want! LOL. Meanwhile, I think I'm just gonna dream about these sweet potato stacks all day---they're absolute stunners!

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 12/22/15 at Posted on 12/22/15

      Thanks so much, Sarah! Looks like we are coconut-oil sisters 😉

      Reply
  12. Rachel @ Bakerita says

    Posted on 12/20/15 at Posted on 12/20/15

    I'm seriously swooning over these! They're so beautiful and delicious looking 🙂 and a BIG CONGRATULATIONS on your thesis!!!! So proud of you for finishing like a champ 🙂

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 12/22/15 at Posted on 12/22/15

      Thank-you so much, Rachel! It's a good thing I'm stubborn, haha! 🙂

      Reply
  13. Izzy @ she likes food says

    Posted on 12/20/15 at Posted on 12/20/15

    Yah!!! Congratulations!! I'm so excited and happy for you that you are finished and have an exciting new chapter coming up! You definitely deserve all the wine and Netflix your heart desires!

    These potato stacks look amazing and like they need to be a part of my Christmas dinner 🙂

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 12/22/15 at Posted on 12/22/15

      YES! I am starting to finally think about next year and I'm so very excited 🙂 🙂 Thanks, Izzy!

      Reply
  14. Medha @ Whisk & Shout says

    Posted on 12/20/15 at Posted on 12/20/15

    These look incredible! Love how crispy the coconut oil makes these 🙂

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 12/22/15 at Posted on 12/22/15

      Thank you so much, Medha!

      Reply
  15. Liz @ Floating Kitchen says

    Posted on 12/19/15 at Posted on 12/19/15

    Girl, I think you deserve another whole week of Netflix, wine and yoga pants! Because WOOHOO! I'm so excited for you that it's over. Congrats! Salty, sweet, starchy potatoes stacks are a great way to celebrate! 🙂

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 12/19/15 at Posted on 12/19/15

      Ha ha! After the 21 I will be officially on holidays, I can't wait! Thanks so much, Liz 🙂

      Reply
  16. April @ Girl Gone Gourmet says

    Posted on 12/19/15 at Posted on 12/19/15

    Congratulations!!! Do we need to start calling you Dr. Denise now? 😉 I loved the first potato stacks and these look just as good!

    Reply
    • Denise says

      Posted on 12/19/15 at Posted on 12/19/15

      Thank you, April! I am SO not used to this 'Dr' thing 😉 I think it still needs to sink in!

      Reply

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