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Sweet & Spicy Airfryer Sweetpotato Bites

Recipe created by Krystal Dunham
Looking for a simple starter that will impress your guests? Look no further than my Sweet & Spicy Airfryer Sweetpotato Bites! This sweetpotato starter is perfect for parties or any other occasion. Best of all, it's simple to make!
I want to show sweetpotatoes some love this year. Let's start by recognizing that sweetpotato is one word. It is. A sweetpotato is far different than "a sweetpotato", which sounds weird when you think about it. Sweetpotatoes are also so different from potatoes in a lot of ways, especially when it comes down to cooking. Sweetpotato starch is similar to cornstarch, which means it's more stable when cooked. Sweetpotatoes also contain an enzyme that when heated converts some of the starches to sugars, giving them that deep, sweet flavor.
Did you know?  
Sweetpotatoes offer a range of benefits that contribute to overall heart health. One cup of cooked sweetpotatoes contains: 
* 120% of the daily recommended intake of vitamin A 
Beta-carotene is the precursor to vitamin A. Vitamin A is crucial for heart health. It acts as an antioxidant, helping to prevent oxidative stress and inflammation, which are both associated with heart disease.  
* 30% of the daily recommended intake of vitamin C 
Vitamin C helps supports the synthesis of collagen, which is important for healthy blood vessels.  
* 30% of the daily recommended intake of vitamin B6? 
Vitamin B6 is involved in various metabolic processes, including regulating levels of homocysteine. Elevated homocysteine levels are associated with an increased risk of stroke. Additionally, vitamin B6 supports the formation of red blood cells, which are essential for oxygen transport. 
Why you'll love these Sweet & Spicy Airfryer Sweetpotato Bites: 
* Flavor Combination: They offer the perfect balance of sweetness and spiciness. The natural sweetness of sweetpotatoes combined with the kick of spices creates a taste you can't resist. 
* Crispy Texture: Thanks to the air fryer, your sweetpotato bites achieve a crispy outside while maintaining a tender and fluffy inside.  
* Simple and Convenient: This recipe is accessible to a wide range of individuals, especially those with busy schedules or limited cooking abilities. 
Sweetpotatoes are best paired with a little bit of spice. While there is plenty of hot honey on the market, whipping together this homemade hot honey in less than 5 minutes is a surefire way to impress your guests. 

Recipe

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Servings 12
Calories 126 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium sweetpotatoes (about 2 cups mashed sweetpotatoes)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp hot sauce
  • 2½ cups cornflakes
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • cooking spray

Hot Honey

  • ½ cup honey
  • 2 tbsp hot sauce
  • 2 tbsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp chipotle chili powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • fresh parsley to garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat air fryer to 370 F.
  • Use a fork to poke holes into the sweetpotatoes, and set them on the air fryer basket. 
  • Air fry for 35-45 minutes or until you can easily pierce them with a fork. 
  • When sweetpotatoes are cool enough to handle, remove the skin and pass through a ricer into a large bowl.
  • Once completely cooled, mix in 2 tablespoons of hot sauce and 1 egg until combined. 
  • Use a small scoop to measure sweetpotato mixture into balls (about 1 tablespoon) and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze for 15-20 until slightly firm. 
  • In a food processor, add cornflakes, parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Pulse until you have fine crumbs. Pour into a shallow dish. 
  • In another shallow dish, beat 2 eggs until well combined.
  • Once the balls are chilled, remove them from the freezer. Dredge sweetpotato balls, covering fully. Place back onto a baking sheet and return to freezer for 10 minutes.
  • Place in air fryer about 1 inch apart. Lightly spray with cooking spray. 
  • Air fry at 400F for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. 
  • For Hot Honey: In a saucepan, warm together the honey, hot sauce, cayenne, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt.
  • Drizzle with hot honey and garnish with parsley and parmesan cheese. 

Notes

Nutrition Facts
Sweet & Spicy Airfryer Sweetpotato Bites
Serving Size
 
1 (2 bites)
Amount per Serving
Calories
126
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
2
g
3
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
 
0.004
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Cholesterol
 
43
mg
14
%
Sodium
 
282
mg
12
%
Potassium
 
196
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
 
25
g
8
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
14
g
16
%
Protein
 
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
 
5970
IU
119
%
Vitamin C
 
6
mg
7
%
Calcium
 
40
mg
4
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
Net Carbohydrates
 
24
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1(2 bites)Calories: 126kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.004gCholesterol: 43mgSodium: 282mgPotassium: 196mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 5970IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mgNet Carbohydrates: 24g