Ingredients
✓ 2 medium firm sweet potatoes
✓ 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
✓ 2 tablespoons olive oil
✓ Salt, to taste
✓ Black pepper, to taste
✓ 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
✓ 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
✓ 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or red chili flakes (for spicy kick)
✓ Fresh herbs such as rosemary, thyme, or parsley (for herb infusion)
✓ Dollop of cream cheese or goat cheese (for stuffed bites)
✓ Cooked bacon bits (for bacon lovers)
Instructions
✓ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C); line a baking sheet with parchment paper
✓ Boil sweet potatoes in water for 8-10 minutes, then mash and mix with seasonings
✓ Form bite-sized balls of the mixture
✓ Top with cheese and other ingredients as desired
✓ Bake until golden brown
✓ Garnish with fresh herbs
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing; adjust seasonings to taste. These bites can be made with or without bacon bits for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 15