Roasted sweet potato wedges are drizzled with smoky-garlic hot honey, then topped with crispy bacon and creamy feta for the perfect sweet, spicy, and savory side dish. A delicious way to enjoy sweet potatoes.
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- About this recipe
- Why you will love this roasted sweet potato recipe
- Recipe questions answered.
- The best sweet potato for roasting.
- Preparing sweet potato wedges for roasting.
- Tips for roasting sweet potatoes.
About this recipe
Roasted, oven baked sweet potatoes — whether cut into chunks, fries, rounds, wedges, or mashed — are one of my all-time favorite sides–YEAR ROUND! I make them often, and I’m always chasing that irresistible caramelized flavor.
For this recipe, I wanted to try something different, and hot honey came to mind–how perfect with bacon and feta to balance the sweet flavor of the sweet potato wedges.
I tried cutting the sweet potatoes into fries, but they didn’t hold up well to the toppings. Therefore, sweet potato wedges came to mind and worked perfectly.
While testing the hot honey recipe, I discovered that smoked paprika and fresh garlic added a wonderful depth, balancing the sweetness with smoky, savory notes.
The result? A combination that’s salty, sweet, and spicy — and completely addictive.
Or, you are looking for something more savory, try my Extra Crispy Parmesan Smashed Potatoes with Whipped Lemon Ricotta.
Why you will love these roasted sweet potatoes wedges
- Big flavor, simple ingredients – A perfect balance of sweet, smoky, salty, and spicy.
- Quick to make – Ready in about 35 minutes, start to finish.
- Healthy(ish) comfort food – Roasted sweet potatoes with fresh, wholesome toppings.
- Versatile side dish – Works for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings.
Recipe Questions Answered
What type of sweet potato is best for roasting?
Choose the orange and red skinned potatoes. These are known as the “moist varieties” and tend to be sweeter. In the U.S., Beauregard sweet potatoes are most common and the variety I used in this recipe.
For more information on the types of sweet potatoes and what they are best used for, I recommend reading this article.
How do I cut a sweet potato into wedges?
First, wash your sweet potatoes and allow to dry if time allows.
Peeling the sweet potato is up to you, but I prefer to peel them so all that seasoning covers each bite of the sweet potato. If you eat the skin, then leave them on.
Before slicing, make sure the sweet potato sits flat and doesn’t roll. If needed, trim a thin slice from the bottom to create a stable base.
Carefully slice the sweet potato in half lengthwise using a sharp knife.
After slicing the sweet potato in half, slice each half lengthwise into 1/2″ slices.
Basic sweet potato roasting tips.
Tip #1: A hot oven. Be sure to preheat your oven to 425F before adding the sweet potatoes. The high heat allows the sweet potatoes to achieve a beautifully brown exterior while leaving the center creamy and cooked through.
Tip#2: A single layer of sweet potatoes on an unlined baking sheet. Using a large sheet pan or two smaller sheet pans allows you to place them in a single layer. The more contact with the hot pan, the more caramelization you will achieve.
Tip#3: Leave room in between individual slices. Place the slices on the baking sheet providing for space between slices allows for even cooking and that brown exterior. Overcrowding promotes steaming vs. roasting.
Tip#4: Bake as close to the heat source as possible. I like to roast sweet potatoes on the lower rack.
Tip#4: Flip the sweet potatoes over to the other side. You want both sides of your sweet potato to achieve that beautiful brown color.
Tip#5: Switch out baking sheets while roasting. If you are using more than one baking sheet, switching the trays in the oven will evenly brown the sweet potatoes.
Hot Honey Sweet Potato Wedges With Bacon and Feta
Roasted sweet potato wedges are drizzled with smoky-garlic hot honey, then topped with crispy bacon and creamy feta for the perfect sweet, spicy, and savory side dish.
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Ingredients
1-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-1/2″ thick wedges
2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
3-4 slices of cooked, crispy bacon (see recipe notes)
- Hot Honey
2 Tablespoons honey
1/2 Tablespoon butter
1 small garlic clove, finely minced or pressed
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Pinch of cayenne pepper or more to taste
A pinch of salt or more to taste
- Optional Garnish
c hopped green onion, parsley, or cilantro
Directions
- Preheat oven to 425F. Prepare two large baking sheets with a light coating of cooking spray.
- On prepared sheet pan, combine sweet potato wedges and 2 Tablespoons olive oil using your hands to ensure all slices are coated.
- In a small bowl, combine seasoning ingredients (1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper) and sprinkle over potatoes while tossing to coat. Spread out on baking sheets, leaving room between each slice for better roasting.
- Place pans in preheated oven on lower rack, if possible or use multiple racks. Bake for 15 min, flip the sweet potatoes over and switch racks if you are using multiple pans. Bake another 10 minutes or until sweet potatoes are soft when pierced with a fork and golden in color. Watch carefully.
- While sweet potatoes are baking, prepare hot honey. Place 2 Tablespoons honey and 1/2 Tablespoon of butter in a heatproof bowl and microwave for 10-15 seconds or until honey is warm and butter is melted. Add the seasonings (1 finely minced garlic clove, 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, a 1/4 teaspoon pepper flakes, cayenne and salt). Stir and taste. Add more red pepper and/or cayenne and salt to taste.
- When sweet potatoes are done, remove from oven and combine them onto one sheet and push them close together with a spatula. Drizzle 1 Tablespoon hot honey over top, add the crumbled bacon, and feta. Return to the oven for 5-7 minutes, watching carefully.
- Remove from the oven and add additional hot honey. Sprinkle with additional sea salt and top with chopped green onions, fresh chopped parsley, or cilantro.
Notes
- Three large sweet potatoes should be about 1.5 pounds. It really depends how large your sweet potatoes are.
- Store leftover sweet potatoes with toppings in a covered container for up to three days.
- Reheat sweet potatoes with toppings at 350F for 5-7 minutes. A positive about reheating these is that they will firm up and have more crunch to them—nice!
- Instead of frying slices of bacon, microwave them. Place 2–3 layers of paper towels on a microwave-safe plate. Arrange bacon slices in a single layer (without overlapping), then cover with another paper towel layer. Microwave on high, checking every 1–2 minutes, until the bacon reaches your desired crispness.
Read More: Recipe Tips & Tricks for Best Results
- The best sweet potato for roasting.
- How to cut sweet potatoes into wedges.
- Tips for roasting sweet potatoes.
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