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Sweet Potato Rounds with Cranberry & Cream Cheese


  • Author: Chef Lalybeth
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Delicious sweet potato rounds topped with a tangy cream cheese mixture and tart cranberries, perfect as an appetizer or side dish.


Ingredients

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  • 2 large sweet potatoes, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toss sweet potato rounds with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  3. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and tender.
  4. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, maple syrup, and half of the cranberries until smooth.
  5. Once sweet potatoes are done, let cool slightly. Spread a dollop of cream cheese mixture on each round.
  6. Top with remaining cranberries and chopped pecans if using. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, use vegan cream cheese. Can be made ahead and reheated.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Appetizer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Protein: 5g