Description
These Crispy Cheesy Sweet Potato Bites are a delightful fusion of sweet potatoes, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses, seasoned to perfection and baked to crispy goodness. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish!
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potato Mixture:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Baking:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter (for brushing or greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Squeeze out excess liquid from grated sweet potatoes.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine sweet potatoes, cheddar, Parmesan, egg, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Shape and Bake: Form mixture into discs, place on baking sheet, flatten, and brush with oil. Bake for 20–25 minutes until crispy, flipping halfway.
- Cool and Serve: Let bites cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- These bites are versatile and pair well with various dips.
- For a quicker alternative, air fry the bites at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
