Baked Sweet Potato and Egg Cups
Our baked sweet potato and egg cups are the perfect way to start your day. They're easy to make, packed with protein and healthy fats, and can be customized to your liking. Simply bake sweet potatoes until tender, scoop out the flesh, and fill the shells with a mixture of eggs, vegetables, and cheese. Then, bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the eggs are set. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, avocado, or sour cream.
The history of the baked sweet potato and egg cup is a long and winding one. It is said that the first sweet potato and egg cups were created in the 1800s by farmers in the American South. These farmers would often bake sweet potatoes in the embers of their fireplaces, and then fill the shells with eggs and bacon. The sweet potatoes would provide a sweet and starchy base for the eggs, while the bacon would add a savory and smoky flavor. Over time, this dish became a popular breakfast food throughout the South, and eventually spread to other parts of the country.
Baked Sweet Potato and Egg Cups Baked Sweet Potato and Egg Cups Baked Sweet Potato and Egg Cups Baked Sweet Potato and Egg Cups
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 6
Ingredients
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup chopped vegetables (such as bell pepper, onion, or spinach)
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheese (optional)
  • Toppings of your choice (such as salsa, avocado, or sour cream)
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Scrub sweet potatoes clean and prick with a fork. Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
  3. While the sweet potatoes are baking, whisk together the eggs, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  4. Let the sweet potatoes cool slightly, then cut them in half lengthwise.
  5. Scoop out the flesh of the sweet potatoes, leaving a thin shell.
  6. Fill the sweet potato shells with the egg mixture and your desired toppings.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the eggs are set.
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Why It Works
  • The sweet potatoes provide a sweet and starchy base for the eggs.
  • The eggs are a good source of protein and healthy fats.
  • The vegetables add vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
  • The cheese adds flavor and creaminess.
  • The toppings add additional flavor and texture.