Sweet Potato Bites with Gruyère and Honey
Sweet Potato Bites with Gruyère and Honey combine crispy roasted sweet potatoes with nutty, melted Gruyère cheese and a drizzle of golden honey for a perfect balance of savory and sweet. This delicious and easy-to-make snack is ideal as an appetizer, side dish, or light meal that is nutritious, quick, and sure to please any crowd.
- Author: Julia
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Main Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized firm sweet potatoes
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 2 tablespoons pure honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Wash and peel your sweet potatoes, then cut them into bite-sized cubes or rounds about 1-inch thick, ensuring they cook evenly and develop a nice crispy edge.
- Toss with Olive Oil and Seasonings: In a large mixing bowl, drizzle the sweet potatoes with olive oil, then season generously with salt, pepper, and fresh thyme leaves. Toss everything together to coat every piece well.
- Roast Until Crispy: Spread the sweet potatoes out in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast at 425°F (220°C) for roughly 20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and tender.
- Add Gruyère Cheese: Remove the baking sheet and sprinkle shredded Gruyère evenly on top of the hot sweet potatoes. Return to the oven for about 5 more minutes to melt and lightly brown the cheese.
- Drizzle with Honey and Serve: Once out of the oven, immediately drizzle a generous amount of honey over the bites. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- Cut sweet potatoes into uniform sizes for consistent cooking and perfect crispness.
- Roast at high heat (425°F/220°C) to achieve crispy edges without drying out the potatoes.
- Use freshly grated Gruyère cheese for smoother melting and richer flavor.
- Add honey after baking to prevent burning and preserve natural sweetness.
- Do not overcrowd the baking sheet; leave space between pieces to help crisping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: sweet potato bites, Gruyère cheese, honey, crispy sweet potatoes, savory sweet snack, appetizer, easy snack recipe, gluten free