Description
Enjoy these Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Bites coated with a flavorful Parmesan Herb Butter. This easy-to-make recipe features tender sweet potato cubes baked to golden perfection and tossed in a fragrant mixture of melted butter, fresh herbs, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a savory side dish or a tasty snack any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
Seasoning & Oil
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Parmesan Herb Butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Season Sweet Potatoes: In a large bowl, combine the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Toss thoroughly until each cube is well coated with the seasoning and oil.
- Arrange for Baking: Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Make sure there’s space around each piece to allow for crisping.
- Bake Sweet Potatoes: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, turning once halfway through. Bake until the sweet potatoes are golden brown and crispy on the edges.
- Prepare Herb Butter: While the sweet potatoes bake, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped parsley, rosemary, and thyme, stirring gently until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add Parmesan Cheese: Once the sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and immediately sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the hot cubes, allowing it to melt slightly.
- Combine and Toss: Drizzle the warm herb butter mixture over the sweet potatoes. Toss gently but thoroughly to evenly coat every bite with the flavorful butter and herbs.
- Serve: Serve the crispy baked sweet potato bites immediately as a delicious side dish or a savory snack.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to allow air to circulate around each cube.
- Fresh herbs can be substituted with 1 teaspoon each of dried parsley, rosemary, and thyme if fresh is unavailable.
- Use unsalted butter to control the salt level, given Parmesan and sea salt are added.
- These bites are best served immediately to maintain their crisp texture but can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes.
