Description
These sweet potato rounds are a delightful appetizer or side dish, featuring roasted sweet potato slices topped with a creamy mixture of cream cheese and tangy dried cranberries, perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss sweet potato rounds with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Arrange sweet potato rounds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and tender.
- While sweet potatoes are baking, in a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped dried cranberries, and honey. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Once sweet potato rounds are done, let them cool for 5 minutes. Top each round with a dollop of the cranberry cream cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For a savory twist, add a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper to the sweet potatoes before roasting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American