Roasted Sweet Potato Bites with Brie, Pecans & Cranberries
Ingredients
2 large sweet potatoes
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp maple syrup
½ tsp cinnamon
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
5 oz Brie cheese, cut into small pieces
½ cup chopped pecans
⅓ cup dried cranberries
1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
1 tbsp honey, for drizzling
Fresh thyme or rosemary, for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the sweet potatoes:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then cut them into bite-sized cubes, keeping the pieces as evenly sized as possible.
2. Season:
Place the sweet potato cubes in a large bowl. Add olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly until every piece is evenly coated.
3. Roast:
Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning them halfway through, until golden brown around the edges and tender in the center.
4. Add the Brie:
Remove the tray from the oven and place a small piece of Brie on top of each sweet potato bite. Return to the oven for 3–5 minutes, just until the Brie becomes soft and slightly melted.
5. Finish the bites:
Transfer the warm sweet potato bites to a serving platter. Sprinkle generously with chopped pecans and dried cranberries. Drizzle lightly with honey for an extra touch of sweetness.
6. Garnish and serve:
Finish with fresh rosemary or thyme. Serve immediately while the Brie is warm and creamy.