Sweet Potato & Goat Cheese Bruschetta 🍠🧀🍯🥖 Creamy, Roasty, and Sweet-Savory With Tangy Goat Cheese and Warm Spice

This bruschetta plays with textures and contrast: creamy goat cheese on toasted bread, topped with roasted sweet potato cubes or mash, a drizzle of honey or balsamic, and a sprinkle of thyme or chili flakes.

It’s sweet, savory, and loaded with fall flavor — but works beautifully year-round.

Ingredients (Makes ~10–12 pieces)

For the topping

• 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced (or mashed)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon or smoked paprika (optional)
• 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme or rosemary
• Optional: drizzle of honey, hot honey, or balsamic glaze

For the cheese base

• 4 oz goat cheese (soft, fresh-style)
• 1–2 tbsp cream or milk to loosen
• Optional: 1 tsp lemon zest or a few thyme leaves mixed in

For the bread

• 1 baguette or rustic loaf, sliced ½-inch thick
• Olive oil for brushing
• Optional: 1 garlic clove, halved (for rubbing toast)

Instructions

Step 1: Roast the sweet potato
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and spices. Roast 20–25 minutes until tender and caramelized. For a smoother texture, mash slightly after roasting.

Step 2: Make the goat cheese spread
In a bowl, mix goat cheese with a splash of cream or milk to make it spreadable. Add lemon zest or herbs if using.

Step 3: Toast the bread
Brush slices with olive oil and toast in a skillet or under the broiler until golden and crisp. Rub with garlic if desired.

Step 4: Assemble
Spread goat cheese on each toast. Top with a spoonful of sweet potato (cubed or mashed). Finish with herbs, pepper, and a drizzle of honey or glaze.

Flavor Variations

• Add chopped pecans or walnuts for crunch
• Use ricotta instead of goat cheese for a milder base
• Sprinkle with chili flakes for heat
• Swap thyme for sage or rosemary
• Add a tiny bit of orange zest for brightness

Pro Tips

• Roast sweet potatoes until deeply golden for max flavor
• Don’t overload the toasts — balance the cheese and topping
• Serve warm or at room temp — both work well
• Make ahead: roast potatoes and mix cheese spread in advance

Final Thoughts

Sweet Potato & Goat Cheese Bruschetta is earthy, creamy, and comfort-forward with just enough elegance to impress. It’s perfect for fall but welcome any time sweet-savory contrast is what you’re craving.

Roast it. Spread it. Drizzle something golden. 🍠🧀🍯🥖

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