🧡 Crispy Sweet Potato Balls with Whipped Feta & Honey 🍯


Golden on the outside, creamy and savory-sweet inside—these bites are totally irresistible.

Like a cozy street café in autumn Athens, where the breeze smells like herbs and honey.


Ingredients

For the Sweet Potato Balls


2 cups mashed roasted sweet potato 🍠


1/2 cup grated Parmesan 🧀


1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (plus more for coating)


1 egg 🥚


1 tsp smoked paprika


1/2 tsp garlic powder


Salt & black pepper to taste


Neutral oil for frying


For the Whipped Feta Dip


200g feta cheese, crumbled


3 tbsp Greek yogurt


1 tbsp olive oil


Zest of 1 lemon 🍋


Black pepper to taste


Toppings & Garnish


Runny honey 🍯


Microgreens or fresh thyme


Extra panko crumbs, toasted (optional)


Instructions

🥣 In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, Parmesan, egg, spices, and breadcrumbs. Mix until just firm enough to roll into balls. Chill for 15 minutes.


🧊 Meanwhile, prepare the whipped feta by blending feta, yogurt, olive oil, and lemon zest until ultra-smooth. Set aside.


🧤 Roll the sweet potato mixture into small balls and coat lightly in extra panko.


🍳 Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Fry the balls in batches until deeply golden and crispy, about 3–4 minutes. Drain on paper towels.


🍽️ Spread a generous swoosh of whipped feta on a serving plate.


🧡 Top with the crispy sweet potato balls, drizzle with honey, sprinkle with toasted panko and microgreens.


Recipe Details

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Chill Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 4 (as appetizer)

Difficulty: Easy


Why You’ll Love It

Sweet, salty, crispy, and creamy—this dish hits all the flavor notes.


The whipped feta + honey combo is a game-changing dip you’ll want on everything.


✨ Perfect to serve at brunch or cozy fall gatherings!

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