Description
These delightful sweet potato rounds are roasted to perfection and topped with creamy goat cheese and tart cranberries. Finished with a drizzle of honey and balsamic glaze, they make a stunning appetizer or a light side dish that’s both elegant and flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 oz goat cheese, softened
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons honey (optional)
- Fresh thyme leaves for garnish
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Prep and Roast the Sweet Potatoes:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Arrange the sweet potato rounds on a baking sheet and brush both sides with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until the sweet potatoes are golden and tender.
- Add the Toppings:
- Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven. While still warm, spread a small amount of goat cheese on each round. Top with a few dried cranberries.
- Drizzle and Garnish:
- Drizzle the rounds with honey (if using) and a light drizzle of balsamic glaze. Sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves.
Notes
- For added sweetness, the honey is optional but highly recommended.
- Fresh herbs like thyme elevate the dish, but feel free to use other herbs if you prefer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 round
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg