Savory Whipped Sweet Potato Dip with Hot Honey
Ready to completely rethink sweet potatoes? Forget the marshmallow-topped casserole for a minute, because this Savory Whipped Sweet Potato Dip is here to steal the show on your holiday appetizer spread. It’s creamy, dreamy, a little tangy, a little spicy, and seriously addictive.
The secret starts with our “deep roast” technique. We roast sweet potatoes until they’re incredibly soft, sweet, and deeply caramelized, bringing out their natural sugars. Then, we whip them with tangy cream cheese (or goat cheese!) until unbelievably smooth and cloud-like. But the real magic is the topping: a generous “sprinkle” of our crunchy 5-Minute Candied Pecans and a drizzle of our 5-Minute Homemade Hot Honey! It’s the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy, served warm and ready for dipping.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Unexpectedly Savory & Delicious: It takes the beloved flavor of sweet potatoes in a sophisticated, savory direction that’s perfect for an appetizer.
- Stunning Color: That vibrant orange color looks absolutely gorgeous on a holiday table.
- Incredible Texture Contrast: The ultra-creamy whipped sweet potato base paired with the crunchy candied pecans is pure bliss.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Let’s whip up something amazing. Here’s how easy it is.First, gather your beautiful, simple ingredients. Sweet potatoes are the star!
Next, the “deep roast.” We’ll roast our sweet potato cubes until they are fork-tender and beautifully caramelized around the edges. This step builds incredible flavor.
Now for the “whip!” While the potatoes are still warm, we’ll whip them in a food processor with cream cheese until the mixture is completely smooth, airy, and luscious.
Finally, assemble and serve! Spread that gorgeous, vibrant orange dip into a shallow bowl. Top it with a generous shower of crunchy Candied Pecans and a final, irresistible drizzle of Hot Honey. Serve warm with your favorite dippers!
Ava’s Notes
- Roast Them Well! Don’t pull the sweet potatoes out too early. Those deeply caramelized, almost-burnt edges are where the magic flavor happens.
- Cream Cheese vs. Goat Cheese: Cream cheese gives a milder tang, while goat cheese adds a more pronounced, earthy tanginess. Both are delicious – choose your favorite!
- What to Serve with It? Sturdy pita chips, crostini, apple slices, or even crisp celery sticks are all fantastic dippers for this flavorful spread.
Savory Whipped Sweet Potato Dip with Hot Honey
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minutesA stunning and addictive holiday appetizer. Deeply roasted sweet potatoes are whipped until creamy with tangy cream cheese, then topped with crunchy candied pecans and a drizzle of spicy hot honey.
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Ingredients
2 large sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs total), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tbsp olive oil
4 oz cream cheese or soft goat cheese, softened
1/2 c candied pecans (see our recipe!)
2-3 tbsp hot honey (see our recipe!), for drizzling
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Optional: Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish
Directions
- Roast the Sweet Potatoes: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). On a large baking sheet, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread into a single layer. Roast for 30-35 minutes, flipping once, until very tender and deeply caramelized around the edges.
- Whip the Dip: Transfer the hot, roasted sweet potatoes to the bowl of a food processor. Add the softened cream cheese (or goat cheese). Process on high for 1-2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed, until the mixture is completely smooth, creamy, and airy. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Spread the warm whipped sweet potato dip into a shallow serving bowl. Top generously with the Candied Pecans and a good drizzle of Hot Honey. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves, if desired.
- Serve Warm: Serve immediately with pita chips, crostini, or apple slices for dipping.
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