Honey Feta Sweet Potato Bites Recipe
These Honey Feta Sweet Potato Bites are a delightful appetizer or side dish combining the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the tangy flavor of crumbled feta, fresh thyme’s herbaceous notes, and a luscious honey drizzle. Perfectly roasted to golden perfection, these bites offer a satisfying balance of sweet, salty, and savory tastes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 as an appetizer 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potato Rounds
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into ½-inch thick rounds
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Toppings
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 Tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 Tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for roasting the sweet potato rounds at a high temperature for optimal caramelization and tenderness.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Arrange Sweet Potatoes: Place the peeled and sliced sweet potato rounds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they do not overlap for even cooking.
- Season Sweet Potatoes: Brush both sides of each sweet potato slice with olive oil, then evenly sprinkle with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and garlic powder to infuse savory flavors.
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Roast the slices in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking. Roast until they are fork-tender and golden brown on both sides.
- Transfer to Serving Platter: Remove the roasted sweet potato rounds from the oven and arrange them on a serving platter while still warm.
- Add Feta and Thyme: Generously sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and freshly chopped thyme over each sweet potato round to add a creamy and herbaceous contrast.
- Drizzle Honey: Evenly drizzle honey over the sweet potato bites. The honey adds a natural sweetness that complements the savory feta and thyme beautifully.
- Serve: Serve these bites warm or at room temperature as a perfect appetizer, snack, or side dish.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh thyme with dried thyme if fresh is unavailable, adjusting quantity to taste.
- For a vegan version, replace feta with a plant-based cheese alternative and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Be sure to flip the sweet potato rounds halfway through roasting to ensure even browning and consistent texture.
- Sweet potatoes can vary in size; adjust cooking time accordingly to achieve tenderness.
- These bites are best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated and gently reheated before serving.
Keywords: Sweet potato bites, honey feta appetizer, roasted sweet potatoes, vegetarian appetizer, Mediterranean snack
