Roasted Sweet Potato Bites with Goat Cheese, Cranberries & Walnuts
A delightful blend of roasted sweet potatoes, tangy goat cheese, tart cranberries, and crunchy walnuts, perfect for a healthy snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
For the Sweet Potato Bites
- 2 large sweet potatoes, sliced into thick rounds
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
For the Toppings
- 4 oz goat cheese (or cream cheese/feta)
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup walnuts
- 1 tbsp honey
- to taste Fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place sweet potato rounds on a baking tray.
- Brush with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- Toast walnuts lightly in a pan for 2–3 minutes.
- Drizzle with honey and stir until coated.
- Once sweet potatoes are done, top each round with a spoonful of goat cheese.
- Add dried cranberries and honey walnuts on top.
- Garnish with fresh thyme and serve warm.
Notes
Cut the sweet potatoes into even sizes for uniform cooking. Experiment with different toppings like nuts or seeds. Adding a sprinkle of cinnamon can enhance the sweetness of the dish.