Pin It Crispy, golden bites of roasted sweet potato coated in a crunchy pretzel crust, perfect as a snack or appetizer.
The first time I made these, my friends couldn't believe how satisfying they were as a finger food at game night. Everyone kept coming back for more, dunking them into different sauces.
Ingredients
- Sweet potatoes: 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- Pretzels: 1 ½ cups salted, crushed into coarse crumbs
- Smoked paprika: ½ teaspoon
- Garlic powder: ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper: ¼ teaspoon
- Eggs: 2 large
- Milk: 2 tablespoons
- Honey mustard or dipping sauce (optional): ¼ cup
Instructions
- Prep oven and tray:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Season sweet potatoes:
- In a large bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with a pinch of salt if pretzels are unsalted. Set aside.
- Make egg mixture:
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
- Prepare crust:
- In another bowl, combine crushed pretzels, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Coat sweet potatoes:
- Dip each sweet potato cube first into the egg mixture, letting excess drip off, then roll in the pretzel mixture to coat evenly. Press gently to ensure the crust sticks.
- Arrange for baking:
- Place coated sweet potato cubes on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, spaced apart.
- Bake:
- Bake for 22–25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until bites are golden brown and sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
- Serve:
- Serve warm with honey mustard or your preferred dipping sauce.
Pin It Whenever my family gathers for movie night, a batch of these bites gets devoured within minutes. They love dipping them in different sauces and comparing their favorites.
Serving Ideas
Try topping salads or grain bowls with these bites for extra crunch and flavor, or serve as a party appetizer.
Customize Your Coating
Mix cayenne pepper or dried herbs into the pretzel crust for a spicier or herby twist to suit your taste.
Nutrition & Allergens
These bites are vegetarian and can be gluten-free when made with gluten-free pretzels. Always double-check processed ingredient labels for allergens.
Pin It Serve these bites hot for the best crunch, and enjoy experimenting with your favorite dip!
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I get the pretzel crust extra crunchy?
Press the pretzel coating firmly onto the sweet potato cubes and ensure they’re spaced apart on the baking sheet to bake evenly and crisp up.
- → Can I make these bites gluten-free?
Absolutely! Use gluten-free pretzels and double-check other ingredients for hidden sources of gluten.
- → What dipping sauces pair well?
Honey mustard is a classic choice, but ranch, barbecue, or a spicy aioli are also delicious options for serving.
- → Can I prepare these ahead of time?
You can assemble and refrigerate the coated sweet potato cubes, then bake just before serving for maximum crispness.
- → Are these bites suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this dish is vegetarian-friendly, as it uses eggs for binding and contains no meat products.
- → What’s the best way to serve these bites at a party?
Serve warm on a platter with small dipping bowls—great for casual gatherings, appetizers, or game day snacks.