Bacon Wrapped Sweet Potato Bites
This new sweet potato recipe blends so many flavors that I love. Savory bacon, cinnamon and cayenne, and the sweetness of maple syrup transform this humble root vegetable into an appetizer that nobody will be able to stop eating.
We’re still eating on our last sweet potato harvest – they will last for up to a year in cool, dark place. Needless to say, I’m always dreaming up creative new ways to serve them. This savory-sweet snack is definitely a hit in our house.
Another munchable game-day snack is crispy “baked” sweet potato fries.
How to Make This Sweet Potato Recipe
Here are the ingredients and steps to make this easy recipe. Or jump down to double it or print it.
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (or about 1/2 teaspoon sea salt)
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 large sweet potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 pound bacon strips, cut into thirds
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey for drizzling
Step-by-Step Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
In a small bowl mix salt, cayenne, and cinnamon together.
In a large bowl melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Add the potatoes to the bowl and toss with the butter. Then sprinkle the cinnamon mixture over the sweet potatoes and toss until the sweet potatoes are evenly covered.
Wrap the bacon around each sweet potato cube and secure with a toothpick.
Place the bacon wrapped cubes onto a parchment paper lined sheet pan. Place the pan in the oven to roast for 45 minutes. The bacon should be crisp and the sweet potatoes tender and creamy.
Transfer to a serving platter and drizzle maple syrup or honey over the top of the sweet potatoes. Optionally, garnish with chopped green onions.
What spices go well with sweet potatoes?
Sweet potatoes are one of nature’s most perfect foods: they are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Moreover, with their natural sweetness and creamy texture, they’re extremely versatile. It’s a shame that some folks never think beyond that marshmallow-sweet potato casserole with the Thanksgiving turkey.
You can go sweet, savory, spicy, or a combo of these. Here are some more herbs and spices that go well with this versatile veggie.
Warm, Sweet Spices (try cinnamon with cayenne)
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Ginger
- Allspice
- Cloves
Savory Herbs and Spices (great for roasted or mashed)
- Cumin
- Garlic
- Paprika
- Rosemary
- Thyme
Spices with a Kick (contrast with the natural sweetness)
- Cayenne pepper
- Chili powder
- Curry powder
- Chipotle
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Bacon Wrapped Sweet Potato Bites
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 large sweet potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 pound bacon strips, cut into thirds
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a small bowl mix salt, cayenne, and cinnamon together.
- In a large bowl melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Add the potatoes to the bowl and toss with the butter. Then sprinkle the cinnamon mixture over the sweet potatoes and toss until the sweet potatoes are evenly covered.
- Wrap the bacon around each sweet potato cube and secure with a toothpick.
- Place the bacon wrapped cubes onto a parchment paper lined sheet pan. Place the pan in the oven to roast for 45 minutes. The bacon should be crisp and the sweet potatoes tender and creamy.
- Transfer to a serving platter and drizzle maple syrup or honey over the top of the sweet potatoes. Optionally, garnish with chopped green onions.
