If you're looking for a fun and delicious way to sneak more veggies into your meals, give our sweet potato broccoli cheddar fritters a try. Crispy on the outside and soft and cheesy on the inside, these veggie-packed patties are perfect for lunch, dinner, appetizers, or even a savory snack.
The natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes pairs perfectly with tender broccoli and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a flavor combination that's both comforting and satisfying. Best of all, they come together with simple ingredients and are easy enough to make any night of the week.
If you want more veggie-packed recipes even the kids will love, try our grown up tater tots, easy corn fritters, or fried zucchini.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Crispy, golden edges with a cheesy center
- Loaded with vegetables
- Simple ingredients you probably already have
- Great as a side dish, snack, or appetizer
- Kid-friendly and family-approved
- Easy to customize
- Ready in under an hour
- Freezer-friendly and great for meal prep
Key Ingredients
You’ll find the full list of ingredients and their amounts in the recipe card at the end of the post.
- Sweet Potato: Adds natural sweetness, a soft texture, and helps hold everything together once mashed.
- Broccoli: Brings freshness, color, and a boost of veggies that balance the sweetness of the potatoes.
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese: Adds rich, cheesy flavor and melts into the mixture, making the fritters extra satisfying.
- Breadcrumbs: Help bind the ingredients together and create a crispy, golden exterior when fried.
- Garlic Powder & Onion Powder: Give the fritters a savory flavor that complements both the sweet potato and broccoli.
Variations
- Swap the Cheese: Replace sharp cheddar with mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or Pepper Jack.
- Add Bacon: Add cooked bacon bits for extra flavor.
- Herbed Fritters: Mix in chopped green onions or fresh herbs.
- Swap the Potato: Use russet or Yukon Gold potatoes instead.
- Spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Extra-Cheesy: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese for an extra cheesy twist.
- Gluten-Free: Use your favorite gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Broccoli Fritters: Omit the sweet potatoes and add more broccoli for broccoli cheddar fritters.
How to Make Sweet Potato Broccoli Cheddar Fritters
1: Boil diced sweet potatoes until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
2: Steam the broccoli while the potatoes boil.
3: Mash the potatoes and broccoli together in a large bowl. Then, mix in the breadcrumbs and seasonings and fold in the cheese.
4: Shape the mixture into patties and set them aside while the oil preheats.
5: Fry the fritters in batches until golden on both sides, setting them on a plate lined with paper towels as you go.
6: Cool slightly and serve warm.
Expert Tips
- Don't overcook the broccoli, or it can become watery.
- Mash the vegetables well so the patties hold together.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melting texture.
- Cook over medium-low heat to allow the centers to warm through without burning the outside.
- Let the fritters rest for a few minutes after frying so they firm up.
Sweet Potato Broccoli Cheddar Fritters FAQs
Yes! You can prepare the fritter mixture up to a day in advance and store it covered in the refrigerator until you’re ready to cook. You can also fully cook the fritters ahead of time and reheat them just before serving.
Absolutely. Arrange the fritters on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they’re golden and crisp.
Yes. Place the fritters in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook at 375°F for 10 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and heated through.
Yes, frozen broccoli works well. Thaw it completely and drain or pat away any excess moisture before mixing it with the sweet potatoes to prevent soggy fritters.
Be sure to mash the sweet potatoes and broccoli thoroughly so the mixture holds together. If the mixture seems too wet, add a little extra breadcrumbs. Letting the cooked fritters rest for a few minutes also helps them firm up.
Broccoli fritters pair wonderfully with ranch dressing, garlic aioli, sour cream, honey mustard, spicy mayo, or your favorite cheese sauce.
Store leftover fritters in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat them in a skillet, oven, or air fryer to bring back their crispy texture.
Yes. Allow the fritters to cool completely, then freeze them in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen in the oven or air fryer.
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Sweet Potato Broccoli Cheddar Fritters
Ingredients
- 1 cup broccoli florets, chopped
- 1 sweet potato, peeled and diced into bite-size pieces
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a medium sized pot, add sweet potatoes and enough water to cover them. Cook over medium heat until sweet potatoes are fork tender.
- In another pot, add broccoli and ¼ cup of water. Cover with lid and let steam over low-medium heat.
- Once sweet potatoes and broccoli are both tender, remove from heat and add to a large mixing bowl.
- Using a hand mixer or potato masher, mash the broccoli and sweet potatoes.
- Next, add the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until fully combined.
- Next, add the sharp cheddar cheese and mix until incorporated.
- In a medium sized pan, heat oil over low-medium heat.
- Form sweet potato broccoli mixture into patties and fry on both sides until crispy.
- Remove from the pan and set on paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Don't overcook the broccoli, or it can become watery.
- Mash the vegetables well so the patties hold together.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melting texture.
- Cook over medium-low heat to allow the centers to warm through without burning the outside.
- Let the fritters rest for a few minutes after frying so they firm up.
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