Roasted sweet potato rounds hold melted Brie, dried cranberries and toasted pecans. These warm bites use sweet potato rather than crackers or pastry as their base.
Before you begin: Keep the rounds close to the listed 6 mm thickness so they roast evenly.
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Sweet Potato Brie Cranberry: 5 Irresistible Ways to Enjoy
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A delicious blend of roasted sweet potatoes topped with creamy brie cheese, dried cranberries, and toasted pecans, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 6 mm rounds
- 15 ml olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 170 g brie cheese, sliced
- 45 ml dried cranberries
- 30 ml toasted pecans, roughly chopped or whole for garnish
- Fresh rosemary or thyme for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 200°C and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place peeled and 6 mm thick sweet potato rounds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over the sweet potatoes, season with salt and pepper, then toss gently to coat evenly. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, turning halfway through, until tender and lightly caramelized.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and top each sweet potato round with a slice of brie. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and creamy.
- Top the rounds with dried cranberries and toasted pecans. Garnish with fresh rosemary or thyme if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Sweet Potato Brie Cranberry: 5 Irresistible Ways to Enjoy — Roasted sweet potato rounds hold melted Brie, dried cranberries and toasted pecans. These warm bites use sweet potato rather than crackers or pastry as their base. Jump to Recipe Prep:
Why This Recipe Works
- Sweet potato rounds give the toppings a roasted vegetable base.
- A second short oven stage melts the Brie.
- Cranberries and pecans add tartness and crunch at the end.
Practical Tips
Keep the rounds close to the listed 6 mm thickness so they roast evenly.
Serving and Variations
Arrange the warm topped rounds in a single layer and use herbs only if desired.
Storage
Refrigerate leftover topped rounds in a covered container; reheat gently so the cheese warms through.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the key preparation detail?
Keep the rounds close to the listed 6 mm thickness so they roast evenly.
What gives this recipe its texture?
Sweet potato rounds give the toppings a roasted vegetable base. A second short oven stage melts the Brie.
How should I serve it?
Arrange the warm topped rounds in a single layer and use herbs only if desired.
How should I keep leftovers?
Refrigerate leftover topped rounds in a covered container; reheat gently so the cheese warms through.
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Recipe author: Jannet Lisa
