Description
A stunning fall appetizer or side dish featuring caramelized sweet potato rounds topped with creamy brie, roasted pears, and spiced pecans. The combination of sweet, savory, and crunchy textures makes this an unforgettable dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounces Brie cheese, sliced into thin wedges
- 2 ripe but firm pears (such as Bosc or Anjou), cored and sliced into 1/4-inch wedges
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- For the Spiced Pecans:
- 1/2 cup pecan halves
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Toss sweet potato rounds with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange in a single layer on one baking sheet. Roast for 15 minutes, flip, and roast another 10–15 minutes until golden and tender.
- Meanwhile, prepare the pears: In a bowl, toss pear wedges with honey and thyme. Spread on the other baking sheet. Roast for 10–12 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized.
- Make the spiced pecans: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, cayenne (if using), and salt. Toss pecans in mixture. Spread on a separate small baking sheet or in a corner of the pear sheet. Roast for 5–7 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning. Let cool.
- Assemble: Arrange roasted sweet potato rounds on a serving platter. Top each round with a slice of Brie, a roasted pear wedge, and a few spiced pecans. Garnish with additional thyme if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, ensure the Brie is vegetarian-friendly. The spiced pecans can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 10g