Description
Elevate your next gathering with Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds topped with Whipped Goat Cheese, Cranberries, and Pecans. This delightful appetizer perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors, making it an ideal choice for any occasion—from holiday parties to cozy dinners. The creamy goat cheese pairs beautifully with tart cranberries and crunchy pecans, creating a visually stunning dish that’s as delicious as it is nutritious. Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients, these roasted sweet potato rounds are sure to impress your guests while catering to various taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 ounces goat cheese
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup pecans
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- Fresh thyme leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice sweet potatoes into ½-inch rounds. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Arrange the rounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through until tender and golden.
- While roasting, whip goat cheese and heavy cream until smooth.
- Once potatoes are done, dollop whipped goat cheese on each round and top with cranberries and pecans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 round (40g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg