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Sweet Potato and Bacon Skewers

Sweet Potato and Bacon Skewers for Irresistible Flavor Delight

Delight in Sweet Potato and Bacon Skewers, a quick and easy crowd-pleaser that's a perfect appetizer for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skewers
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 8 slices Bacon use regular or turkey bacon
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup or Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Melted Butter
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne or Chili Powder optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder optional
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary or Thyme optional
  • 1 cup Dipping Sauces such as marshmallow fluff, spicy aioli, or maple mustard

Equipment

  • Oven
  • grill
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Metal or wooden skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or set your grill to medium heat. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Bring water to a rolling boil. Parboil sweet potato cubes for 5–7 minutes until fork-tender yet firm.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together brown sugar, maple syrup or honey, olive oil or melted butter, cinnamon, cayenne, and garlic powder until smooth.
  4. Toss the cooled sweet potato cubes in the glaze until fully coated.
  5. Assemble skewers by wrapping bacon slices around each sweet potato cube or alternating them.
  6. Place skewers on the prepared baking sheet or grill and cook for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  7. Brush with more glaze during the last 5 minutes of cooking for a glossy finish.
  8. Let skewers rest for a few minutes before serving warm with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure sweet potato cubes are cut evenly to cook uniformly. Parboil just until fork-tender and soak wooden skewers in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning while cooking.

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