Sugar-Free Almond Crusted Sweet Potato Croquettes

Delight your taste buds with these Sugar-Free Almond Crusted Sweet Potato Croquettes—a healthier, protein-packed twist on classic croquettes! Featuring creamy mashed sweet potatoes enveloped in a crispy coating of almond flour and chopped almonds, these bite-sized delights are bursting with flavor and texture. A subtle blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and fresh parsley adds a savory kick, while olive oil frying and a quick oven bake ensure a perfect golden crust. Naturally sweetened by the sweet potatoes and entirely sugar-free, this recipe is ideal for those seeking a wholesome, gluten-free appetizer or snack. Serve these croquettes warm as a party-ready finger food or enjoy them as a satisfying side dish at your next meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large Sweet potatoes
• 1 cup Almond flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup Chopped almonds

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into small, even pieces.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add the sweet potato cubes, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.

Step 4

Drain the sweet potatoes and mash them in a large bowl until smooth. Let them cool slightly.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 egg, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and chopped parsley.

Step 6

Add the egg mixture to the mashed sweet potatoes and mix until fully incorporated.

Step 7

In a shallow dish, combine almond flour and chopped almonds to prepare the crust mixture.

Step 8

Beat the remaining egg in a small bowl.

Step 9

Form the sweet potato mixture into small croquettes, approximately 2 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick.

Step 10

Dip each croquette into the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip off, and then press into the almond mixture, coating evenly.

Step 11

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 12

Fry the croquettes in batches until golden brown on each side, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.

Step 13

Transfer the croquettes to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the oven for an additional 10 minutes to ensure they're cooked through.

Step 14

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Step 15

Garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired and enjoy your sugar-free almond crusted sweet potato croquettes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(748.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2042.3

Total Fat 155.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 2714.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.7g	0%
Total Sugars 24.5g
Protein 63.9g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 666.0mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 1217.5mg	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: 65.2%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 22.9%