Honey Sweet Potatoes with Mozzarella and Butter

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🍠 Honey Sweet Potatoes with Mozzarella and Butter

Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

  • 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch thick rounds (or cubes)
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2–3 tbsp honey (adjust for sweetness)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional, for warmth)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1–2 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven

  • Set oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or sheet pan.

2. Prepare the sweet potatoes

  • In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato slices with melted butter, honey, salt, pepper, and cinnamon (if using) until well coated.

3. Bake the sweet potatoes

  • Arrange the coated sweet potatoes in a single layer in the baking dish.
  • Bake 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they’re tender and lightly caramelized.

4. Add mozzarella

  • Remove from oven and sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the hot sweet potatoes.
  • Return to oven and bake 5–8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

5. Finish & serve

  • Drizzle with a little extra honey and sprinkle with fresh thyme or rosemary for garnish.
  • Serve warm — they’re sweet, salty, and irresistibly cheesy!

Optional Add-Ins & Variations

  • 🥓 Add bacon bits before baking for a smoky twist.
  • 🌶️ Add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes for a spicy-sweet combo.
  • 🧀 Try other cheeses — mozzarella melts beautifully, but you can mix in parmesan, gouda, or feta for more flavor.
  • 🍋 Add brightness with a drizzle of lemon juice or balsamic glaze before serving.

Tips

  • Don’t overcrowd the pan — spread the sweet potatoes in one layer for even browning.
  • If you like them crispier, broil for 1–2 minutes after the cheese melts.
  • You can also make this dish in a cast iron skillet for beautiful caramelization.

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