Delicious Sweet Potato Rounds with Brie & Cranberries
Ingredients
Scale
- 2medium sweet potatoes, cut into½-inch thick rounds
- 8 ozbrie cheese, sliced or crumbled
- 1 cupfresh or frozen cranberries
- ½ cupchopped pecans
- 1 tablespoonolive oil
- ½ teaspoonsalt
- ¼ teaspoonblack pepper
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (204°C). While the oven heats, take the two medium sweet potatoes and cut them into ½-inch thick rounds. This size ensures that they bake evenly and become wonderfully tender. Once cut, arrange the sweet potato rounds on a lined baking sheet, making sure not to overcrowd them, as this can affect the roasting process.
- Now it’s time to prepare your sweet potatoes for the oven. Using a basting brush or your hands, gently coat each round with olive oil. Following this, liberally sprinkle salt and black pepper over the seasoned rounds. The salt enhances the natural sweetness of the potatoes, while the pepper adds a subtle heat. This step is crucial for flavor development during roasting.
- Slide the baking sheet into your preheated oven and roast the sweet potato rounds for about 15-18 minutes. Keep an eye on them as they bake; you’re looking for a tender texture and a slightly browned edge. When they are finished, you should be able to pierce a round easily with a fork, indicating they are thoroughly cooked.
- Once the sweet potatoes are perfectly roasted, it’s time to elevate the dish with delicious toppings. On each sweet potato round, place a slice or crumble of brie cheese, a few cranberries, and a sprinkle of chopped pecans. The warmth from the sweet potatoes will start to soften the brie and cranberries, making them even more delightful.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes. During this time, the brie will melt beautifully, and the cranberries will soften, releasing their natural juices. The pecans will become slightly toasted, adding a wonderful crunch. This finishing step ensures that all flavors meld together, creating a harmonious bite.
Notes
Serve immediately while warm as a perfect appetizer at gatherings.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Protein: 6 g