Savory Sweet Potato Appetizer Bites  

Shanthi Appelo, MS, RD

| 1 min read

Savory Sweet Potato Appetizer Bites
Perfect served savory or sweet, sweet potatoes are a versatile fall staple. Whether you’re hosting or bringing a dish this Thanksgiving, consider making these savory and simple bites that serve up a flavorful punch of nutrients.
Serving Amount
Ingredients

  • 3 peeled sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced ½-inch thick rounds

  • 1 tbsp 1 tsp. olive oil

  • 1 tsp honey

  • 1⁄3 cup goat cheese

  • 1⁄3 cup pecans, roughly chopped

  • 1⁄3 cup dried cranberries

  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
  • Step 1

    Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.  

  • Step 2

    Toss sweet potato slices in 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place on a lined baking sheet, leaving spaces in between.  

  • Step 3

    Bake for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. While sweet potatoes are baking, combine cranberries, pecans, thyme, salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon olive oil and honey in a small bowl.  

  • Step 4

    Take out sweet potatoes and top with cranberry and pecan mixture. Bake for another 5-8 minutes. Top with goat cheese and serve. 

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