Description
Crispy Bacon Maple Glazed Sweet Potato Bites are a delicious bite-sized treat that combines the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the savory crunch of crispy bacon, drizzled with a rich maple glaze. Perfect for appetizers or a tasty snack!
Ingredients
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-sized cubes
1 pound of bacon, chopped
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and paprika until evenly coated.
3. Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Scatter the chopped bacon over the sweet potatoes.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are tender and bacon is crispy, stirring halfway through.
6. Remove from the oven and drizzle maple syrup over the sweet potato and bacon mixture.
7. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sweet potatoes.
These bites can be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: sweet potatoes, bacon, appetizers, snacks