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Jalapeno Cheddar Sweet Potato Puffs

February 4, 2014 by Lindsay 75 Comments

These Jalapeno Cheddar Sweet Potato Puffs are the perfect finger food! Make them as an appetizer for your next party, a snack for the big game or as a side dish for dinner!

Hi Friends!

If I had my act together, I would have posted these little puffs in time for you to make them for the Super Bowl. But I don’t, and I didn’t…so I’m posting them now. Luckily for me, I just found out that February is, in fact, National Sweet Potato Month! How perfect for me, right? I’ll share this recipe with you…and then at the bottom of this post I’ll round up some of my favorite sweet potato recipes for you to check out if you need more sweet potatoes in your life. And trust me- you do 🙂

These Jalapeno Cheddar Sweet Potato Puffs are a savory spin on my Sweet Potato Banana Bites that I make weekly for a pre-workout snack! They’re simple to make and require only a few ingredients!

These Jalapeno Cheddar Sweet Potato Puffs are the perfect finger food! Make them as an appetizer for your next party, a snack for the big game or as a side dish for dinner!

Here’s what you do:

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★★★★★

5 from 3 reviews

An easy to make appetizer idea that’s packed with flavor and requires just a few ingredients!

  • Author: Lindsay L
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 1½ cups cooked,mashed sweet potato
  • 2 eggs
  • ¾ cup cheddar cheese (I use Cabot sharp cheddar but pepperjack would also be good)
  • 3 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt
  • 2–3 strips of bacon, cooked and chopped
  • 1–2 jalapenos, minced (1 used 1 jalapeno & 1 serrano)

Instructions

  1. Combine the ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Scoop into greased mini muffin tins.
  3. Bake at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes.
  4. Makes about 18 puffs.

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Pretty easy, right? Like I said in the recipe, you don’t have to use cheddar cheese….I think pepperjack would be great as well. If you like spice, use serrano peppers instead of jalapenos, or a combination of the two.

These Jalapeno Cheddar Sweet Potato Puffs are the perfect finger food! Make them as an appetizer for your next party, a snack for the big game or as a side dish for dinner!

These are best served warm but they can be made ahead of time and reheated in the microwave if needed.

These Jalapeno Cheddar Sweet Potato Puffs are the perfect finger food! Make them as an appetizer for your next party, a snack for the big game or as a side dish for dinner!

I brought these over for my in laws to taste test and they gave them a thumbs up. Hubby and I have also eaten two batches since last Friday, so that’s a good sign!

Let me know if you give them a try!

And here’s a roundup image in case you want to pin something so you have the links to all my favorite sweet potato recipes in one place!

Love sweet potatoes? Here are 10 amazing recipes that cover everything from breakfast to dessert!

Cranberry Sweet Potato Cottage Cheese Muffins
Sweet Potato Brownies
Sweet Potato Egg Boats
Sweet Potato Falafel
Microwave Sweet Potato Muffin
Mexican Loaded Sweet Potatoes
Sweet Potato Puffs
Sweet Potato Banana Bites
Gluten-Free Blueberry Muffins
Jalapeno Cheddar Sweet Potato Puffs

Enjoy!
–Lindsay–

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Filed Under: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack Tagged With: Cheese, Egg, Sweet Potato, Yogurt

About Lindsay

Lindsay Livingston is a Registered Dietitian and new mom from Columbus, Ohio. On her blog, she shares simple, healthy recipes, nutrition tips, workouts and snapshots of her life. Follow her on Twitter @LeanGrnBeanBlog and Instagram @TheLeanGreenBean and be sure to subscribe via RSS or email so you never miss a post!

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Comments

  1. Carly @ Snack Therapy says

    February 4, 2014 at 12:44 AM

    These look like the most perfect snack! There’s really nothing wrong with potato + cheese + bacon, ever.

    Reply
  2. Christine @ Oatmeal Bowl says

    February 4, 2014 at 12:46 AM

    While they may be healthy… I’d be in danger of eating the whole tray to myself. sound delish! thank you for the recipe. pinning! 😉

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      February 10, 2014 at 3:38 PM

      haha, make the puffs at your own risk 😉

      Reply
  3. Mary says

    February 4, 2014 at 2:22 AM

    Oh yes, I definitely want to pin these! I never discovered sweet potato until last year but have since formed a bit of an addiction!!!

    Reply
  4. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

    February 4, 2014 at 3:09 AM

    Such simple ingredients- Lindsay this is genius and WILL BE MADE during food prep!! The bacon and cheese combination is like the peanut butter and chocolate of the savoury world. Well one of…

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      February 10, 2014 at 3:37 PM

      i thought you might like them 🙂

      Reply
  5. nutrition sportive says

    February 4, 2014 at 5:25 AM

    thank you for sharing this great recipe !

    Reply
  6. Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says

    February 4, 2014 at 5:25 AM

    Yum!! Definitely something I will try!! I love your sweet potato recipes 🙂

    Reply
  7. Emmeline@RunForThePizza says

    February 4, 2014 at 6:11 AM

    These look delicious! Can’t wait to try them 🙂

    Reply
  8. HollieisFueledByLOLZ says

    February 4, 2014 at 6:32 AM

    They look great. You could have dyed them blue for Seattle Seahawks and super bowl festive LOL 😉

    Reply
  9. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    February 4, 2014 at 6:33 AM

    you had me a jalapeno. and then cheddar. and then sweet potato. AWESOME combination – can’t wait to make these! pinned & sharing, for sure!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      February 10, 2014 at 3:37 PM

      yay! enjoy friend!

      Reply
  10. Tina Muir says

    February 4, 2014 at 7:10 AM

    Ooohhh yummy! They are a great adaptation! I am not sure I could have them before I run, as my stomach would probably get a little upset, but after a run…..for sure! 9 miles is more than enough time to build a huge appetite! Yum!!

    Reply
  11. lindsay says

    February 4, 2014 at 7:11 AM

    mmm yes. we are sweet potato and jalapeno lovers. score! and you, not having your sh*t together? Somehow i don’t believe that. Super linz!

    Reply
  12. Heather @fitncookies says

    February 4, 2014 at 7:14 AM

    This looks delicious! I will definitely have to make these soon!

    Reply
  13. Aparna B. says

    February 4, 2014 at 8:11 AM

    February is sweet potato month?? Well shizz, looks like I’m definitely on board then! 😀 These sound fantastic! Great idea.

    Reply
  14. Elizabeth @ Positive Change says

    February 4, 2014 at 8:21 AM

    Yummy! These look super easy and awesome to make!
    Made my day to read that it is sweet potato month!

    Reply
  15. Alison @ Daily Moves and Grooves says

    February 4, 2014 at 8:42 AM

    Holy yum! I love that these are a much healthier and more nutritious take on jalapeño poppers (that are so delicious). Thanks for sharing!
    And now I need to go get some sweet potatoes in honor of National Sweet Potato Month!

    Reply
  16. steph@stephsbitebybite says

    February 4, 2014 at 8:50 AM

    I think I could definitely pop a few of these in my mouth!!

    Reply
  17. Carly @ Fine Fit Day says

    February 4, 2014 at 9:13 AM

    You had me at jalapeño. And bacon. And cheddar. And sweet potato. Yup, gonna have to make these puppies.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      February 10, 2014 at 3:37 PM

      haha hope you love them!

      Reply
  18. Maureen says

    February 4, 2014 at 9:28 AM

    EVERYONE needs sweet potatoes in their life! And bacon..obviously. 🙂

    Reply
  19. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

    February 4, 2014 at 9:36 AM

    I SO need to make a vegetarian version of these. It is pretty amazing how they make meatless bacon nowadays!

    Reply
  20. Clara @ Southern Thintellect says

    February 4, 2014 at 9:57 AM

    Must try these. Immediately & Repeatedly.

    Reply
  21. Sam @ Better With Sprinkles says

    February 4, 2014 at 10:38 AM

    National sweet potato month?! I knew I liked February for a reason…
    And of course, these look amazing. I’m always down for anything with bacon!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      February 10, 2014 at 3:36 PM

      bacon makes everything better 🙂

      Reply
  22. Kelly @ Laughter, Strength, and Food says

    February 4, 2014 at 10:46 AM

    Quick, easy, delicious…my kind of recipe!! 🙂

    Reply
  23. Kelly @ Kelly Runs For Food says

    February 4, 2014 at 10:57 AM

    I love how simple this is! And thanks for the round-up. I’m obsessed with sweet potatoes lately so I need all the ideas I can get!

    Reply
  24. Lora @ Crazy Running Girl says

    February 4, 2014 at 11:12 AM

    These sound amazing! They would have been perfect for the Super Bowl 🙂

    Reply
  25. Dana @ Conscious Kitchen Blog says

    February 4, 2014 at 11:38 AM

    I knew I was going to like these as soon as I read the name of your post! I love anything sweet potato and am always looking for new snack ideas.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      February 10, 2014 at 3:36 PM

      hopefully these are a perfect fit for you!

      Reply
  26. Celina says

    February 4, 2014 at 12:08 PM

    Oh my, these look wonderful. I serve sweet potatoes at least once or twice a week in my household, so I’ll definitely give these a try! Always looking for new inspiration in the kitchen!

    Reply
  27. Kelly @ Cupcake Kelly's says

    February 4, 2014 at 1:01 PM

    I just sent this to my sister, she loves spice (me, not so much haha) and I think she would love these!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      February 10, 2014 at 3:36 PM

      yay!!! i hope she does!

      Reply
  28. Gina says

    February 4, 2014 at 2:01 PM

    Yum! Looks so good!

    Reply
  29. Jenn@Mark My Miles! says

    February 4, 2014 at 3:07 PM

    YUM!!!!

    Reply
  30. Kaylie @ FitnessMovesYOU says

    February 4, 2014 at 3:55 PM

    These look sooooo good!

    Reply
  31. Serena says

    February 4, 2014 at 4:27 PM

    SUPER yum: Spice and sweet! Love the roundup! Missed a few of them…so glad to have them all in one spot.

    Reply
  32. Stephanie @ My Freckled Life says

    February 4, 2014 at 5:04 PM

    Holy cow, these look amazing!! I love all things sweet potato AND all things spicy, so this is just about perfect!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      February 10, 2014 at 3:35 PM

      i agree 🙂 hope you like them!

      Reply
  33. Matt @ Runner Savvy says

    February 4, 2014 at 7:55 PM

    I need to make these 🙂

    Reply
  34. mandy @ fatgirlgonehealthy says

    February 4, 2014 at 8:27 PM

    These look yummy! On my must try list. Had no idea is was sweet potato month. I just did a blog post for a breakfast casserole loaded with sweet potatoes. Good timing!

    Reply
  35. Wendy says

    February 8, 2014 at 1:58 PM

    Thanks for using Cabot! We’ll be sharing this with our fans next week!

    (and on a personal note, these will be a hit in my family for sure! I can’t wait to try them…)

    Reply
  36. Sarah says

    February 11, 2014 at 4:18 PM

    I made these today and I cannot get over HOW FREAKING DELICIOUS these are! I forgot to mix in the bacon, but have no fear. i chopped it and threw a little on top of each bite before baking.

    Literally – obsessed. I’ve already shared the recipe on Facebook and with friends. They think I’m nuts. It’s cool; I’ll happily be nuts over in my corner eating my cheddar jalapeno bites ;).

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  37. Diana says

    April 25, 2015 at 9:43 PM

    I tried these and baked at 400 degrees for 25 minutes. They were kind of mushy at the bottom and didn’t come out of the muffin cups very well. On the plus side the flavor is fabulous but wonder if they should have cooked longer?

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      April 26, 2015 at 9:02 PM

      hmmm it’s definitely possible. They will be a bit mushy since they’re mainly sweet potato but it probably wouldn’t hurt to cook them a little more!

      Reply
  38. Shayne says

    June 10, 2015 at 9:26 PM

    I got this recipe from myfitnesspal and I wanted to tell you that these were awesome. Thank you!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      June 10, 2015 at 10:56 PM

      so glad you liked them!

      Reply
  39. Leslie says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:00 PM

    I made these last night and they were so delish! Just one question. While verytasty they were on the mushy side. I cooked them for longer than the 20minutes just in case. I wondering if I used a little too much yogurt? I’m not sure. Next time I’m hoping to get it right. My husband even loved them and he hates sweet potatoes!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      June 17, 2016 at 8:09 PM

      Hmm maybe it depends on how much the sweet potato is cooked? I would def try with less yogurt and see if that helps!

      Reply
  40. Elizabeth says

    July 31, 2016 at 4:23 PM

    These look fantastic, but I don’t have a mini muffin tin… Do you think they would work spooned out in small dollops on a baking tray, almost like cookie dough? Or is the mixture too runny? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      August 1, 2016 at 11:53 AM

      you could try baking in a 9×9 or 8×8 pan and cutting into little squares?

      Reply
  41. Sheila says

    December 1, 2017 at 8:14 PM

    Looks delish!! Do you bake them and then freeze or freeze before baking? Want to make ahead for a party!!!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      December 3, 2017 at 9:24 AM

      i haven’t tried freezing them yet!

      Reply
  42. jp says

    December 26, 2019 at 12:25 AM

    I came. I saw. I baked. I got complements.

    I made them twice. The second time, I added some salt and an extra slice of bacon.

    Delicious.

    ★★★★★

    Reply

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