Sweet Potato Crostini
Sweet Potato Crostini is a vibrant and delicious appetizer that showcases roasted sweet potato slices topped with creamy herbed cheese. Perfect for any gathering, this dish blends the sweetness of sweet potatoes with savory toppings, making it a crowd-pleaser. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, these crostinis add an elegant touch to your table, whether for casual gatherings or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 400g)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp fresh basil or chives (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch thick rounds for even roasting.
- Arrange sweet potato slices on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until fork-tender.
- While the sweet potatoes roast, mix softened cream cheese with chopped herbs in a bowl until well combined.
- Once cooled slightly, spread the herby cream cheese mixture generously over each slice.
- Arrange on a serving platter and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg