Sweet Potato Buns

CALORIES:

210.1

PROTEIN:

6.1g

PREP TIME:

1 hour

COOK TIME:

20 mins

SERVINGS:

8

The combination of sweet potato, quinoa, oats, and flax in this super easy recipe make these delicious buns a rich source of nutrients. Use in place of a regular hamburger bun, to make a delicious sandwich or toasted as a snack with your favorite toppings!

Recipe by The Culinary Gym

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sweet potato, baked and peeled
  • ¼ cup flax seeds, ground
  • ½ cup dry rolled oats, ground
  • ½ cup dry quinoa, ground
  • ½ cup whole pecans, ground
  • 1½ tablespoons baking powder
  • ¼ cup white sesame seeds

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Add the sweet potatoes to a large mixing bowl. Use a fork to mix in the ground flax.
  3. Add the ground oats, quinoa, pecans, and baking powder to the bowl. Mix everything until the batter has an even consistency, but try not to overmix.
  4. Use your hands to form mix into buns that are about ¾-inch thick and 3 to 4 inches in diameter. Place the buns onto the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 10 minutes, and then carefully flip the buns. Sprinkle each bun with a bit of sesame seeds.
  6. Bake for an additional 7 to 10 minutes until the buns are browned to your liking. Remove from the oven and let the buns cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition FactsAmount Per Serving

Calories:

210.1

Protein:

6.1g

Total Fat:

9.5g

Sat. fat:

0.96g

Trans fat:

0g

Cholesterol:

0mg

Total Carbohydrate:

27.4g

Dietary Fiber:

6g

Total Sugars:

5.09g

Added Sugars:

0g

Sodium:

302.1mg

Tips

  • Stores in the fridge for 5 days.

Nutrition FactsAmount Per Serving

Calories:

210.1

Protein:

6.1g

Total Fat:

9.5g

Sat. fat:

0.96g

Trans fat:

0g

Cholesterol:

0mg

Total Carbohydrate:

27.4g

Dietary Fiber:

6g

Total Sugars:

5.09g

Added Sugars:

0g

Sodium:

302.1mg

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