Sweet Potato Rounds with Goat Cheese
Sweet Potato Rounds with Goat Cheese are an elegant and easy appetizer, featuring caramelized roasted sweet potatoes topped with creamy goat cheese, honey, herbs, and crunchy toppings — naturally gluten-free and full of flavor.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
- Silicone brush for brushing oil
- Knife to slice sweet potatoes
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 oz goat cheese, softened
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme or rosemary (plus more for garnish)
- 2 tbsp chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- crushed pistachios (optional topping)
- dried cranberries or pomegranate seeds (optional)
- balsamic glaze (optional drizzle)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment. Arrange sweet potato rounds in a single layer and brush with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and tender.
- Mix goat cheese with honey and herbs until smooth. Add a pinch of salt if needed.
- Let roasted rounds cool for 5 minutes. Spread about 1 tsp goat cheese mixture on each round.
- Drizzle with extra honey, sprinkle herbs, and top with nuts or dried fruit if desired.
- Arrange on a serving platter and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Roast the sweet potatoes ahead for quick assembly. Let them cool slightly before topping to avoid melting the cheese. Use whipped goat cheese for easier spreading. Garnish with cranberries or pistachios for festive flair.
Nutrition
Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 6300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.4mg
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