Description
Sweet Potato Hearts are a delightful twist on traditional roasted sweet potatoes, transforming them into charming heart-shaped bites that are both visually appealing and bursting with flavor. With their buttery edges and a harmonious blend of spices, these sweet morsels are the perfect addition to any meal or gathering. Whether served as an appetizer or side dish, they promise to be a showstopper that leaves everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel and slice the sweet potatoes into half-inch thick rounds.
- In a large bowl, toss sweet potato slices with olive oil, garlic powder, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
- Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out heart shapes from each slice and arrange them on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy around the edges, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
- Serve warm as an appetizer or side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 hearts (75g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg