Score Big and Tailgate like a Champion with Sweetpotatoes:
Winning Recipes for Your Game-Day Spread
Fall has officially arrived—at least according to the calendar! Whether your game day comes with crisp air or lingering summer sunshine, one thing is certain: it is time for football, friends, family and a seriously delicious tailgate spread.
These sweetpotato recipes are here to help you score big with your crowd—no matter what is happening on the field. From easy grab-and-go bites to hearty mains and make-ahead treats, there is a little something for every fan.
Grab-and-Go Snacks & Sides
Sweetpotato Streetcorn Salad
Bring a little street-food flair to the parking lot! This colorful twist on Mexican street corn adds roasted sweetpotatoes and plenty of zippy flavor to your tailgate table.
Rainbow Sweetpotato Pinwheels
Bright, colorful and easy to grab between plays, these pinwheels are a lighter bite that still feels festive. Pack them for tailgates, picnics or fall cookouts—there is never a bad time for a snack this cheerful.
Sweetpotato Jalapeño Poppers
Sweet, spicy and completely snackable, these sweetpotato jalapeño poppers are ready for game day. Sweetpotato helps mellow the peppers, while cottage cheese keeps the filling creamy and lighter than the traditional version. Fair warning: they may disappear before kickoff!
Game Day Sweetpotato Tarts
Make these adorable football-shaped tarts ahead of time, then warm them just before the party. Flaky pastry, sweetpotatoes, melty cheese and a touch of honey make every bite a sweet-and-savory crowd-pleaser.
Sweetpotato Buffalo Dip
Want maximum flavor with minimum fuss? This vegetarian buffalo dip combines sweetpotatoes and chickpeas with the bold, tangy kick fans love. With fewer than 10 ingredients, it has all the makings of a new tailgate MVP.
Main Dish
Chicken Caesar Sald Wraps
Here is a wrap with a winning play: the sweetpotato is the tortilla! Fill it with chicken Caesar salad, your favorite game-day fixings or simply enjoy the wraps on their own. Give them a try, you will be glad you did.
Sweetpotato Sloppy Joes
Looking for something a little heartier? These easy-prep sweetpotato sloppy Joes are warm, satisfying and just messy enough to feel like true tailgate food. Keep the napkins close!
Turkey Sweetpotato Chili
Sometimes game day calls for a warm bowl—or mug—of chili. Created by North Carolina chef Vivian Howard, this recipe is delicious with turkey, your favorite ground meat or no meat at all. Either way, it is a winning way to keep fans warm, fed and happy.
Sweetpotato Tailgate Burrito
We could not leave out this tried-and-true tailgate favorite. Spicy chorizo, roasted sweetpotatoes and kidney beans come together in a hearty, flavorful burrito—chef’s kiss! Make them ahead, wrap them in foil and keep them warm on the grill until your hungry fans are ready.
Desserts
2-ingredient Sweetpotato Fudge
It does not get much easier than this two-ingredient sweetpotato fudge. Make it before the big game, tuck it into the refrigerator and try your best to keep the family from finding it early. Good luck with that! 😉
Cookies are the ultimate make-ahead game-day dessert: easy to pack, quick to grab and always popular. We have two tasty options, and either one may send your crowd back for seconds.
Jumbo Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Fans of an old-fashioned oatmeal raisin cookie will love this flourless jumbo version. Not on Team Raisin? A sweetpotato chocolate chip cookie is another tried-and-true choice. Either way, these little treats deliver a welcome boost for cheering through the final whistle—even on the chilliest game days.
Sweetpotato Chocolate Chip Energy Cookies
