Sweet Potato Pizza: A Delight for Kids and Adults Alike
Easy Air Fryer Recipe! Fun Sweet Potato Pizza You Can Make with Kids
Introducing a delightful sweet potato pizza recipe that turns baked sweet potatoes from your air fryer into a delicious treat for both you and your kids! Making your own sweet potato mousse and spreading it on tortillas creates a wonderful meal or snack. Its sweet flavor and creamy texture are sure to make it a family favorite. Try making mini pizzas using breakfast rolls too!
Sweet Potato Mousse Ingredients- 4-5 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup milk (approx. 120ml)
- 1-2 Tbsp oligosaccharide (or honey/maple syrup)
Sweet Potato Pizza Ingredients- 3 tortillas (or 3 pieces of naan bread)
- Assorted vegetables of your choice (e.g., bell peppers, onions, broccoli)
- Ham or bacon, as desired
- Tomato spaghetti sauce, as needed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (approx. 100g)
- Pinch of parsley flakes (optional)
- 3 tortillas (or 3 pieces of naan bread)
- Assorted vegetables of your choice (e.g., bell peppers, onions, broccoli)
- Ham or bacon, as desired
- Tomato spaghetti sauce, as needed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (approx. 100g)
- Pinch of parsley flakes (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Tip: Feel free to use up any leftover vegetables from your fridge for the sweet potato pizza toppings! Finely chopping vegetables your child enjoys can also be a great way to encourage them to eat more veggies.
Step 2
First, let’s make the star of our sweet potato pizza: the sweet potato mousse. Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly, place them in the air fryer, and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15 minutes. Flip them over and bake for another 15 minutes. (Cooking time may vary depending on the size of the sweet potatoes and your air fryer model. They are done when a fork or skewer easily pierces through.)
Step 3
While still warm, peel the cooked sweet potatoes and place them in a bowl. Mash them thoroughly with a fork or potato masher until smooth. It’s best to mash them while they are warm, as they will be lump-free and much easier to work with. Be careful as they will be hot!
Step 4
The aroma of baked sweet potato might make your little ones eager to taste it! If they’re anything like ours, they might want to sneak a bite. It’s always a good idea to bake a few extra!
Step 5
Once the sweet potatoes are mashed, add milk and oligosaccharide (or your preferred sweetener), and mix well to create a smooth sweet potato mousse. Add the milk gradually, a little at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. (About half a cup was used in this recipe. Adjust the amount of sweetener based on the natural sweetness of the potatoes – use 2 Tbsp if you like it sweeter, or 1 Tbsp for a moderate sweetness.)
Step 6
When the sweet potato mixture reaches a smooth, pureed consistency, add a tiny pinch of salt to enhance the flavor. Mix well. The balance of sweet and salty will elevate the mousse’s taste.
Step 7
Now, let’s assemble the sweet potato pizza! Prepare the toppings. If you have some homemade ham, slice it thinly. Bacon also works wonderfully.
Step 8
Thinly slice the bell peppers after removing the seeds. If you have pre-blanched broccoli from the day before, cut it into small florets. Feel free to use any other vegetables your child likes.
Step 9
You can also use naan bread instead of tortillas! Place the naan on a baking sheet or pan and spread a thin layer of tomato spaghetti sauce over it. (If tortillas aren’t available, naan is a great substitute. Naan might be slightly smaller than tortillas, so using three pieces arranged on your baking sheet will create a good surface area.)
Step 10
Let your child have fun arranging their favorite toppings like ham, bell peppers, and broccoli onto the pizza. Letting them participate in topping makes the cooking process more engaging for them.
Step 11
Transfer the prepared sweet potato mousse into a resealable plastic bag. Snip off a corner to create a makeshift piping bag. Pipe the mousse around the edge of the pizza to form a crust border – it looks beautiful and adds a delicious sweet edge.
Step 12
Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the pizza toppings. Watching the cheese melt into a gooey layer is always a treat!
Step 13
Add another layer of the sweet potato mousse on top of the cheese. This combination of sweet potato and cheese will create an even richer flavor profile.
Step 14
Finally, sprinkle a little more cheese and a touch of parsley flakes for a beautiful finish. The parsley adds a lovely color to the pizza.
Step 15
While planning for two pizzas, a brilliant idea from the little one led to making mini pizzas on breakfast rolls! Cut off the top of each breakfast roll, gently hollow out the inside to create a ‘cup’, and fill it with the same toppings as the main pizza.
Step 16
Now, it’s time to bake these delicious pizzas to perfection! You can use an oven or an air fryer.
Step 17
Bake the sweet potato pizza in a preheated oven or air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown and the edges are slightly crispy. For the breakfast roll pizzas, bake in the air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for approximately 10 minutes. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
Step 18
Voilà! The homemade sweet potato pizza and breakfast roll pizzas from the ‘Hodul family’ are ready. It’s a rewarding moment to share the food you’ve made together.
Step 19
We highly recommend the sweet potato pizza! Our child declared it ‘heavenly’ and devoured it in no time. The combination of sweet potato and savory cheese is truly divine.
Step 20
The breakfast roll pizzas, with the creamy sweet potato mousse, are also wonderfully satisfying and make a great option for breakfast or a hearty snack. They taste especially delicious when served warm!
