Description
These Crispy Sweet Potato Rounds with Creamy Goat Cheese offer a perfect blend of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. Thinly sliced sweet potatoes are seasoned and baked to a golden, crispy texture, then topped with a luscious honey-infused goat cheese spread and garnished with fresh herbs and optional pomegranate seeds for a colorful, flavorful appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
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Sweet Potato Rounds
- 2 large sweet potatoes, scrubbed and sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Goat Cheese Topping
- 4 ounces goat cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- Optional: pomegranate seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Season Sweet Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato rounds with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Ensure each slice is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture for consistent flavor.
- Bake Sweet Potatoes: Arrange the seasoned sweet potato rounds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through baking to achieve an even, golden-brown, and crispy texture on the edges.
- Prepare Goat Cheese Mixture: While the sweet potatoes bake, combine the softened goat cheese and honey in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy, balancing the tanginess of the cheese with the sweetness of honey.
- Cool Sweet Potatoes: Once baked, remove the sweet potato rounds from the oven and allow them to cool slightly, so the cheese topping doesn’t melt immediately upon contact.
- Assemble Rounds: Spread a dollop of the creamy goat cheese mixture on each sweet potato round. Then sprinkle finely chopped fresh chives and thyme leaves over the top to add freshness and aroma.
- Add Garnish: Optionally, garnish each round with a few pomegranate seeds for a pop of vibrant color and a burst of fruity flavor.
- Serve: Serve these delightful crispy sweet potato rounds immediately as an elegant appetizer or a tasty side dish at any meal or gathering.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, try slicing the sweet potatoes thinner than 1/4 inch.
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Softening the goat cheese at room temperature makes it easier to mix and spread.
- Experiment with herbs—rosemary or oregano can be great alternatives to thyme and chives.
- Pomegranate seeds add a nice tart contrast but can be omitted if unavailable.
