Description
These Golden Sweet Potato Rounds with Brie, Fig Slices & Candied Pecans are a delightful combination of flavors and textures, making them a perfect holiday appetizer or a delicious addition to any meal. The sweet potatoes are roasted to perfection, topped with creamy Brie, fresh fig slices, and crunchy candied pecans, then finished with a drizzle of honey and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
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For the Sweet Potato Rounds
- 2 large sweet potatoes, scrubbed and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
For the Topping
- 6 oz Brie cheese, rind removed and sliced
- 4–6 fresh figs, thinly sliced
For the Candied Pecans
- 1/2 cup pecan halves
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 1/2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Roast the sweet potatoes – Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Arrange sweet potato rounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and thyme. Roast 20 minutes, flip, then roast another 10–15 minutes until golden and tender.
- Candy the pecans – In a small skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add pecans, honey (or maple syrup), and salt. Stir constantly for 3–4 minutes until glossy and lightly caramelized. Transfer to parchment to cool.
- Add the Brie – Remove sweet potatoes from oven. Top each round with a slice of Brie. Return to oven for 3–5 minutes until just melted.
- Assemble – Top melted Brie with fig slices and candied pecans.
- Finish & serve – Garnish with fresh herbs and a light honey drizzle if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- These rounds can also be served as a side dish with roasted meats or as part of a vegetarian meal.
- Make sure to slice the sweet potatoes evenly to ensure even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 570 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
