Savory roasted sweet potatoes with blue cheese are a rich, creamy side dish that works anytime of year. These baked sweet potato rounds are simple to make and deliver big flavor—perfect beyond the holiday table.
Here’s an easy, savory twist on roasted sweet potatoes: slices roasted until crisp and finished with tangy blue cheese and fresh cilantro.
I’ve always enjoyed sweet potato fries and candied sweet potatoes, but adding blue cheese turns this side into something more savory and satisfying.
This savory roasted sweet potato with blue cheese recipe is quick to prep and bakes at a high temperature to develop a golden, slightly crisp exterior.
Peel two sweet potatoes and slice them into 1-inch discs. Arrange the slices on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, combine melted unsalted butter, salt, and paprika. Drizzle the mixture evenly over the sweet potato rounds so each piece gets a light coating.
Roast at 425°F (220°C) until tender and crisp at the edges. Bake the slices about 20–25 minutes on the first side, flip, then continue roasting another 20–25 minutes until the outsides are nicely browned.
When the potatoes are done, top them with crumbled blue cheese and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro for freshness. Serve warm as an appetizer or a side.
Tasty tips for making savory roasted sweet potatoes with blue cheese
- Top with crumbled blue cheese from a block or use packaged blue cheese crumbles.
- Substitute gorgonzola if you prefer a milder blue cheese.
- For extra crunch, garnish with chopped pecans or toasted walnuts.
- Add rosemary for a festive holiday variation.
- If you prefer sweeter, toss the slices with a little brown sugar before roasting.
- To reduce fat, swap blue cheese for feta or Neufchâtel.
- Serve at brunch with a light cocktail or alongside roasted meats and other vegetables.
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I’d love to hear how these roasted sweet potatoes turn out. Leave a comment or rating if you try the recipe, and feel free to share a photo on social media so others can see your version.
Savory Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Blue Cheese (Sip Bite Go)
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Ingredients
- 2 sweet potatoes
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
- 4 tbsp blue cheese, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel the sweet potatoes and slice into 1-inch discs.
- Arrange the slices on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment. In a bowl, mix melted butter, salt, and paprika; drizzle over the sweet potatoes.
- Bake about 20–25 minutes, flip, then bake another 20–25 minutes until the outsides are crisp and golden.
- Serve topped with crumbled blue cheese and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
Notes
- Use crumbled blue cheese or grate from a block for larger pieces.
- Gorgonzola is a nice milder substitute.
- Top with toasted nuts for texture.
- Swap herbs like rosemary for a holiday twist.
- For a sweeter version, add a touch of brown sugar before roasting.
- For a lighter option, use feta or Neufchâtel instead of blue cheese.