Best 7 Sweet Potato Balls Appetizer Recipes

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Are you looking for a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer that will impress your guests? Look no further than sweet potato balls! These bite-sized treats are packed with flavor and texture, and they're sure to be a hit at any party or gathering. In this article, we'll guide you through the simple steps to create perfect sweet potato balls every time. We'll provide a list of ingredients as well as detailed instructions on how to prepare and cook these delicious appetizers. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, you'll be able to master this recipe in no time and enjoy a delectable snack that's both satisfying and nutritious.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET POTATO BALLS



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May be frozen for later use. Just increase baking time if frozen.

Provided by Michele O'Sullivan

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes     Sweet Potatoes With Marshmallow Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups peeled and chopped sweet potatoes
¼ cup butter, softened
¾ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons milk
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon grated lemon zest
8 large marshmallows
½ cup crushed corn flake cereal

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add sweet potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with butter, sugar, milk, salt and lemon zest. Shape mixture into balls, with a marshmallow in the center of each. Roll in cereal crumbs and place in prepared dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until marshmallows begin to ooze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.5 calories, Carbohydrate 33.4 g, Cholesterol 15.6 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 180.6 mg, Sugar 20.9 g

SWEET POTATO BALLS



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Sweet Potato Balls - crispy fried sweet potato dough balls coated with sesame seeds. This Malaysian snack is great for afternoon tea.

Provided by Rasa Malaysia

Categories     Malaysian Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb. (0.4 kg) sweet potatoes
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 - 2 tablespoons water
4 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons white sesame seeds
oil, for deep frying
powdered sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Boil the sweet potatoes in hot boiling water for 15 minutes, or until the inside is cooked through. Peel the skin off and discard. Smash the sweet potatoes.
  • Add the mashed sweet potatoes with flour, sugar, and water to form a dough that is not sticky to the hands.
  • Divide the dough into small, equal portions and roll them into balls. Roll the sweet potato balls with sesame seeds.
  • Heat up a shallow pot with 2-3 inches oil. When the oil is fully heated, deep fry the sweet potato balls until golden brown. Dish out and drain well on paper towels. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Carbohydrate 54 grams carbohydrates, Fat 3 grams fat, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 4 people, Sodium 64 milligrams sodium, Sugar 17 grams sugar

SWEET POTATO BALLS



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A terrific side dish or holiday appetizer...little portable, handheld sweet potato casseroles! The cooking time includes one hour for chilling time (it may take longer).

Provided by Mercy

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 lbs sweet potatoes, cooked and drained
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 whole egg
1/2 cup miniature marshmallow
1/2 cup gingersnap crumbs

Steps:

  • Mash the sweet potatoes while they are still hot and add the butter, salt and spices.
  • Add the egg and continue to whip until thoroughly combined.
  • Chill until firm and then form into golf ball sized piece, stuffing 2 to 3 marshmallows in center of each ball.
  • Roll in the ginger snap crumbs and place on a non-stick or lightly greased baking sheet.
  • Bake at 400°F for 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.4, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 30.9, Sodium 362.4, Carbohydrate 47.8, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 11.8, Protein 4.2

SWEET POTATO CHEESE BALL



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My husband and I farm 300 acres of sweet potatoes. I promote our product at fairs, ag expos and school functions. I pass out recipes and this is one of the favorites.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield about 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups cold mashed sweet potatoes
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons finely chopped jalapeno pepper
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Louisiana hot sauce
1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup chopped pecans
Assorted crackers, breadsticks or raw vegetables

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sweet potatoes until smooth. Add the next seven ingredients; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or until easy to handle. Shape into a ball; cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm. Serve with crackers, breadsticks or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 102mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BAKED SWEET POTATO BALLS



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This is a must at our house on Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Provided by Dmarcks

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (40 ounce) can sweet potatoes, drained
¼ cup butter
salt to taste
3 cups crushed cornflakes cereal
¾ cup real maple syrup
10 large marshmallows

Steps:

  • Drain sweet potatoes and put into large mixing bowl. Mash the potatoes with butter or margarine. Salt to taste.
  • Hand pat mixture into 3 inch diameter balls. Roll in crushed corn flakes and put into 9x12 inch greased baking dish. Pour maple syrup evenly over all balls.
  • Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 40 minutes. The last fifteen minutes put a marshmallow over each ball.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.1 calories, Carbohydrate 58.5 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 178.5 mg, Sugar 27.4 g

SWEET POTATO BALLS



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This is the perfect dish to get the kids involved in the kitchen. They will help mold the balls and they will love the taste of something they made.-Tammy Neubauer, Ida Grove, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
12 large marshmallows
3/4 cup finely crushed cornflakes
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Mold a spoonful of the sweet potatoes around each marshmallow; roll in cornflake crumbs. Place in a greased shallow 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. , In a saucepan, bring brown sugar, butter and milk to a boil; pour over the balls. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SWEET POTATO BALLS



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Make and share this Sweet Potato Balls recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gojenni714

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (40 ounce) can sweet potatoes
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 pinch salt
3 cups corn flakes, crushed
3/4 cup maple syrup
10 -20 large marshmallows

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Grease a 9 x 13 baking dish.
  • Drain sweet potatoes and place into a large bowl. Mash the potatoes and add the butter, mix well. Add salt to taste.
  • Roll the mixture into 2-3 inch balls. Roll each ball in the crushed cornflakes. Place balls in prepared baking dish. Pour maple syrup evenly over all the sweet potato balls.
  • Bake for 40 minutes in preheated oven. For the last 15 minutes, place a marshmallow over each ball.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.2, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 12.2, Sodium 187.6, Carbohydrate 51.7, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 23.9, Protein 2.5

Tips:

  • To make the sweet potato balls extra crispy, double coat them in the breadcrumb mixture.
  • For a healthier version, bake the sweet potato balls instead of frying them.
  • Feel free to experiment with different seasonings and fillings for the sweet potato balls.
  • Serve the sweet potato balls with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ketchup, honey mustard, or ranch dressing.
  • Sweet potato balls can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven or air fryer.

Conclusion:

Sweet potato balls are a delicious and versatile appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a healthy snack or a fun party food, sweet potato balls are sure to be a hit.

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