Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Tots
Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Tots are a delectable treat that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with a satisfying crunch. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or healthy appetizer, these golden-brown bites are bursting with flavor and will leave everyone reaching for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 tots (4 servings) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and cube sweet potatoes into uniform pieces.
- Steam sweet potato cubes in a steamer basket over boiling water for 10-15 minutes until fork-tender.
- In a mixing bowl, combine steamed sweet potatoes, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth but slightly chunky.
- Form the mixture into small cylindrical shapes about an inch long and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and crispy.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with your favorite dip or enjoy plain.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 tots (100g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra crispiness, ensure the tots are not overcrowded on the baking sheet. Feel free to customize by adding spices like cumin or chili powder to match your taste preferences.