Sweet Potato Balls
Sweet Potato Balls offer a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors, featuring tender mashed sweet potatoes coated in brown sugar and spices. Perfect as a comforting appetizer or side dish, they appeal to those who enjoy flavorful, bite-sized treats with a hint of nuttiness and a touch of caramel sweetness.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix brown sugar and flour together in a bowl.
- Combine mashed sweet potatoes, butter, salt, and black pepper, then shape into 2-inch balls.
- Roll the sweet potato balls in the brown sugar and flour mixture.
- Sprinkle with chopped pecans, if desired, and dip in melted butter.
- Place the coated balls in a greased casserole dish.
- Bake at 350°F for 15 to 20 minutes until heated through and slightly browned.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).