We've gotten this question a few times, and our response is, "it depends on what’s in it." Sweet potatoes are very nutritious—high in beta carotene (an antioxidant and precursor of Vitamin A), potassium, fiber, and resistant starch, which is good for gut health. A plain baked potato makes a great snack or as part of a main meal. However, the healthfulness deteriorates when sweet potato pie is loaded with saturated fat like butter, shortening, milk, cream, eggs, and refined sugar. These foods are pro-inflammatory and can contribute to plaque build-up in arteries. This vegan crustless sweet potato pie recipe has none of those pro-inflammatory ingredients. Instead, this recipe is made using whole plant foods, including healthful and anti-inflammatory plant fats like flaxseeds, almonds, walnuts, and pecans rich in mono and polyunsaturated fats.