Description
These Maple Walnut Goat Cheese Roasted Sweet Potatoes are the perfect combination of savory, sweet, and creamy. Roasted sweet potato slices are coated with butter, cinnamon, and seasonings, then topped with a rich maple syrup-walnut mixture and crumbled goat cheese. The result is a warm, comforting dish that makes a delicious side for any meal or a standout appetizer for gatherings. The balance of flavors and textures is simply irresistible!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium sweet potatoes
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/3 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (for topping)
- 1/3 cup goat cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly. You can peel them or leave the skin on based on your preference. Slice them into 1/2-inch rounds.
- Coat the Sweet Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato slices with melted butter, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. You can use a spatula, your hands, or even a ziplock bag for easier mixing.
- Arrange on Baking Tray: Spread the coated sweet potato slices in a single layer on the prepared baking tray, making sure to leave space between each slice to allow for even roasting.
- Roast the Sweet Potatoes: Roast the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until they are fork-tender and lightly golden.
- Prepare the Maple Walnut Topping: While the sweet potatoes are roasting, combine maple syrup, chopped walnuts, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and fresh thyme in a small bowl. Stir well to combine.
- Top the Sweet Potatoes: Once the sweet potatoes are done roasting, remove them from the oven. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the maple-walnut mixture onto each slice, followed by a sprinkle of crumbled goat cheese.
- Final Baking: Return the tray to the oven for an additional 8-10 minutes to allow the walnuts to toast and the goat cheese to soften.
- Serve: Serve the sweet potatoes warm, garnished with extra fresh thyme if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the Sweetness: If you prefer a sweeter dish, you can drizzle extra maple syrup over the roasted sweet potatoes before serving.
- Herb Variations: Try using rosemary or sage in place of thyme for a different flavor profile.
- Make Ahead: You can slice the sweet potatoes and prepare the walnut-maple mixture ahead of time. Just assemble and bake when ready to serve.
- Nut Substitutes: If you’re allergic to walnuts, pecans or almonds work as great substitutes for this recipe.
- Goat Cheese Alternatives: If you don’t like goat cheese, you can substitute with feta cheese or ricotta for a different creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg