To make sweet potato toast, slice the sweet potato lengthwise. You can put them in the oven or in a toaster. They are ready when they are soft.

Begin putting your toppings on and enjoy.

Some Tips for Making the Best Sweet Potato Toast

Choose the largest sweet potatoes you can find. Look for ones that are relatively tube-shaped so they’re easier to slice.

Don’t overcook the sweet potatoes. You want them to be fork-tender, but not knife-tender so they hold their shape and can take the weight from the the toppings.

Cut off both ends of the potato before slicing. This will help you cut through it easily without it wobbling. The ends are also tough!

Make the sweet potato toast in a toaster oven. Instead of using a traditional toaster, you can even use a toaster oven or an air fryer if you prefer.

Let’s eat!

Sweet potatoes offer several benefits for hair and skin due to their rich content of vitamins A, C, and beta-carotene, which supports healthy cell growth, collagen production, and antioxidant protection. These nutrients can help strengthen hair, prevent breakage, reduce dandruff, and contribute to a radiant complexion. 

Hair Benefits:

Strength and Growth:

Sweet potatoes contain vitamin A, which is converted from beta-carotene in the body and is crucial for cell growth, including hair follicles. This helps strengthen hair and prevent breakage. 

Moisture and Shine:

Vitamin A also aids in sebum production, which keeps the scalp moisturized and hair from drying out. This leads to shinier, healthier-looking hair. 

Hair Fall Prevention:

Sweet potatoes are a good source of iron, which is essential for carrying oxygen throughout the body. Iron deficiency can contribute to hair loss. Additionally, vitamin C boosts collagen production, further strengthening hair. 

Scalp Health:

The combination of vitamins and minerals in sweet potatoes promotes healthy scalp circulation, ensuring hair follicles receive necessary nutrients. 

Skin Benefits:

Radiant Complexion:

Sweet potatoes contain vitamin C, which boosts collagen production, a protein that provides skin structure and elasticity. This can reduce the appearance of wrinkles and promote a more radiant glow. 

Protection from UV Damage:

Vitamin C also helps shield skin from harmful UV rays. 

Antioxidant Protection:

Sweet potatoes are rich in antioxidants like beta-carotene, which protect skin cells from damage caused by free radicals and environmental factors. 

Cell Growth and Repair:

Vitamin A, derived from beta-carotene, promotes cell growth and repair, contributing to healthy and radiant skin. 

Ingredients

• 1 large sweet potato

• 1 banana

• 2 cups soy milk

• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Bake sweet potato in the preheated oven until tender and cooked through, about 1 hour. Remove skin, then cool in the refrigerator 8 hours to overnight.

Blend sweet potato, banana, soy milk, and cinnamon together in a blender until smooth.

Shoot…Sometimes, I don’t cook my sweet potato when making a smoothie.

Enjoy!