Spiced Sweet Potato Balls

Transform your snack game with these irresistible Spiced Sweet Potato Balls – crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and bursting with warm, earthy spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cumin. Perfectly balanced with a hint of paprika and black pepper, these bite-sized delights double as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a cozy side dish. Coated in crunchy breadcrumbs and deep-fried to golden perfection, they're easy to prepare with simple pantry ingredients and come together in just 35 minutes. Serve them warm, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, for a dish that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Whether you're hosting a party or satisfying a craving, these Spiced Sweet Potato Balls are guaranteed to become a new favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup breadcrumb
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces.

Step 2

Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the sweet potato cubes and cook for 12-15 minutes or until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Drain the sweet potatoes and let them cool slightly.

Step 3

Mash the cooked sweet potatoes in a large bowl until smooth.

Step 4

Add the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix until the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the sweet potato mixture, stirring until a dough-like consistency forms. It should be soft but hold its shape when formed into balls.

Step 6

Roll the sweet potato mixture into small, bite-sized balls (approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter).

Step 7

In a small bowl, beat the egg. Place the breadcrumbs in another bowl.

Step 8

Roll each sweet potato ball in the egg, then coat it evenly with breadcrumbs. Set aside on a plate.

Step 9

Heat the oil in a deep skillet or saucepan over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping in a breadcrumb – if it sizzles, the oil is ready.

Step 10

Carefully fry the sweet potato balls in batches, turning them occasionally, for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown all over.

Step 11

Remove the fried sweet potato balls using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 12

Serve warm, optionally garnished with chopped fresh parsley for extra flavor and presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1037.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5014.9

Total Fat 462.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 219.5mg	0%
Sodium 2770.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 189.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 24.2g
Protein 33.8g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 323.4mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 198.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 82.3%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 15.0%