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These sweet potato rounds topped with whipped cottage cheese and drizzled with hot honey bring a delightful balance of creamy, smoky, sweet, and spicy flavors. Perfect for entertaining or a special snack, this recipe combines simple ingredients into something visually appealing and surprisingly gourmet.
I first made these during a family gettogether and was amazed at how quickly everyone reached for seconds. The contrast between the smooth cheese and crisp sweet potatoes keeps everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
- Sweet potatoes: Two medium sweet potatoes peeled and sliced into thick rounds for the perfect bitesized base that crisps well in the oven
- Olive oil: to roast the potatoes and fry garlic adds fruitiness and depth
- Smoked paprika: adds a lovely smoky note enhancing the sweet potatoes look for good quality Spanish paprika if possible
- Cayenne pepper: for a subtle heat that warms the dish without overwhelming
- Fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper: balance and enhance all flavors
- Whole milk cottage cheese: forms the creamy topping choose fresh and welldrained for best results
- Lemon zest: brightens the whipped cottage cheese lifting its flavor
- Honey: in both the cheese and drizzle adds natural sweetness that pairs beautifully with spice
- Garlic: finely minced and fried in olive oil provides a fragrant crunchy topping
- Apple cider vinegar: in the hot honey drizzle cuts through sweetness for balance
- Crushed red pepper flakes: bring warmth and spice to the drizzle
Instructions
- Roast the Sweet Potato Rounds:
- Preheat your oven to 220 degrees Celsius and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Toss the sweet potato rounds thoroughly with olive oil smoked paprika cayenne pepper sea salt and black pepper ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Arrange them in a single layer with some space to allow air circulation. Roast for about 20 to 25 minutes flipping halfway through so they brown evenly. Look for a tender interior and golden edges that begin to caramelize.
- Prepare Whipped Cottage Cheese:
- While the potatoes roast place the cottage cheese olive oil lemon zest honey and a pinch of sea salt into a food processor or blender. Blend it all smoothly for a minute or so until light and fluffy. You may need to scrape down the sides to make sure every bit is whipped to a creamy consistency that will spread or pipe easily.
- Fry the Garlic Topping:
- Heat two tablespoons of olive oil gently in a small skillet over low heat. Add the minced garlic stirring constantly to prevent burning. Cook just until the garlic becomes fragrant and takes on a light golden color which should take about two to three minutes. Immediately transfer the garlic and the infused oil to a bowl to stop the cooking and keep from turning bitter.
- Make Hot Honey Drizzle:
- In a small saucepan over low heat combine honey with apple cider vinegar crushed red pepper flakes and a pinch of salt. Gently warm this mixture just enough so it flows easily and the flavors infuse but avoid boiling. This should take two to three minutes before setting aside.
- Assemble and Serve:
- Arrange your roasted sweet potato rounds on a serving plate. Either spoon or pipe the whipped cottage cheese generously onto each round. Drizzle with the warm hot honey mixture and sprinkle the fried garlic with its oil over everything just before serving. This will create a burst of flavor and texture in every bite.
My favorite element is definitely the whipped cottage cheese it transforms the humble ingredient into a silky, airy topping that contrasts beautifully with the sweet potatoes. It reminds me of family holiday dinners when simple flavors brought us all together.
Storage tips
Store any leftover sweet potato rounds separately from the whipped cottage cheese and honey drizzle to keep textures intact. Potatoes can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to three days but the cheese topping is best used fresh. Warm the potatoes lightly in the oven before serving leftovers to revive their crispiness.
Ingredient substitutions
You can swap the wholemilk cottage cheese for whipped ricotta for a silkier richer topping while preserving the mild flavor. If you like replace smoked paprika with chipotle powder for extra smoky depth but use less because chipotle can be more intense. Honey can be swapped out with maple syrup to deliver sweetness with a subtle caramel nuance warm it similarly with crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Serving suggestions
Serve these rounds as an elegant appetizer alongside a crisp green salad dressed with lemon vinaigrette. They also work wonderfully as part of a mezze or antipasto platter with olives roasted nuts and grilled vegetables. For a main course addition pair with grilled chicken or fish for complementary flavors.
Enjoy these sweet potato rounds warm as an elegant appetizer that balances creamy and spicy flavors. They make a lovely addition to any gathering.
Common Recipe Questions
- → Comment obtenir des rondelles de patates douces croustillantes ?
Disposez les rondelles en une seule couche espacée sur la plaque afin que l'humidité s'évapore et que les bords caramélisent bien.
- → Comment réussir un fromage fouetté onctueux ?
Mixez le fromage avec de l'huile d'olive, du zeste de citron et du miel jusqu'à obtenir une texture légère et aérée.
- → Peut-on remplacer le miel par un autre ingrédient ?
Oui, le sirop d'érable peut être utilisé pour une douceur similaire avec des notes caramel subtiles.
- → Comment préparer une garniture à l'ail parfaite ?
Faites frire l'ail à feu doux jusqu'à obtenir une légère coloration dorée sans brûler pour préserver son arôme.
- → Quelle alternative au paprika fumé ?
La poudre de chipotle est un excellent substitut offrant une chaleur fumée plus intense, à utiliser en plus petite quantité.