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Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Whipped Goat Cheese, Cranberries & Pecans

These Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Whipped Goat Cheese, Cranberries & Pecans are the perfect blend of flavors and textures. The naturally sweet and caramelized sweet potato slices provide a base for creamy goat cheese whipped with rosemary and milk. Dried cranberries and toasted pecans add layers of sweetness and crunch, while a drizzle of honey ties it all together. These little bites make an excellent appetizer for holiday parties or a side dish for festive dinners. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, they’re sure to impress your guests!

Clare Greco
Updated on Monday 02 December 2024
Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Whipped Goat Cheese
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Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Whipped Goat Cheese, Cranberries & Pecans bring together seasonal flavors in a delightful bite-sized dish. Whether you’re preparing appetizers for a party or an elegant side for a holiday meal, these rounds deliver the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and crunchy elements.

Ingredients

  • Olive oil: 1 tbsp, for roasting
  • Sweet potatoes: 1 large or 2 small, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
  • Goat cheese: 4 oz, softened
  • Milk: 2 tbsp, your choice for creaminess
  • Fresh rosemary: 1 tsp, finely chopped
  • Kosher salt & black pepper: to taste
  • Toasted pecans: ¼ cup, chopped
  • Dried cranberries: ½ cup, for sweetness
  • Honey: for drizzling

Instructions

Step 1:
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and spray a rimmed baking sheet with cooking oil.
Step 2:
Toss sweet potato rounds with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 3:
Roast for 10 minutes. Flip rounds and continue roasting for 8-12 minutes until caramelized and tender.
Step 4:
Whip goat cheese with milk, rosemary, salt, and pepper until light and fluffy.
Step 5:
Top each roasted sweet potato round with ½ tsp of whipped goat cheese, chopped pecans, cranberries, and a drizzle of honey.

Serving and Storage Tips

  • Serve immediately for the freshest flavor, or at room temperature for convenience.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, reheating if desired.

Helpful Notes

  • Swap goat cheese for cream cheese for a milder flavor.
  • Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to enhance the holiday flavor profile.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

  • Chef Sarah suggests sprinkling flaky sea salt over the rounds just before serving for a touch of elegance.
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Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Whipped Goat Cheese, Cranberries & Pecans are the ideal holiday appetizer. Thinly sliced sweet potatoes are roasted to caramelized perfection, then topped with fluffy goat cheese whipped with milk and rosemary. Chopped pecans and dried cranberries add texture and a burst of sweetness, while a light drizzle of honey completes the dish. These bites are easy to assemble and make a versatile addition to your table, suitable for both casual gatherings and elegant dinner parties.

Sweet Potato Rounds

Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Whipped Goat Cheese, Cranberries & Pecans are the ultimate appetizer or side dish, combining sweet, savory, and crunchy flavors.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
25 Minutes
Total Time
35 Minutes

Category: Tasty Bites

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 5 Servings (Approximately 20 rounds)

Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

01 1 tbsp olive oil, for roasting.
02 1 large or 2 small sweet potatoes, sliced into ¼-inch rounds.
03 4 oz goat cheese, softened for whipping.
04 2 tbsp milk, your choice for creaminess.
05 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped for fragrance.
06 Kosher salt, to taste.
07 Black pepper, to taste.
08 ¼ cup toasted pecans, chopped for crunch.
09 ½ cup dried cranberries, for sweetness.
10 Honey, for drizzling.

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly spray a rimmed baking sheet with cooking oil.

Step 02

Toss sweet potato rounds with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet.

Step 03

Roast for 10 minutes, then flip the rounds and bake for another 8-12 minutes until tender and caramelized.

Step 04

Whip goat cheese with milk, rosemary, salt, and pepper until fluffy.

Step 05

Top each roasted sweet potato round with ½ tsp of whipped goat cheese. Add chopped pecans, dried cranberries, and drizzle with honey.

Step 06

Serve warm or at room temperature as an appetizer or side dish.

Notes

  1. A perfect appetizer or side dish combining sweet, savory, and crunchy flavors.
  2. Can be served warm or at room temperature, making it ideal for gatherings.
  3. Customize by substituting goat cheese with cream cheese or ricotta if desired.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 90
  • Total Fat: 4g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
  • Protein: 2g