Sweet Potato Puffs
Sweet Potato Puffs are a delightful, mouthwatering treat made with nutrient-rich sweet potatoes, egg whites, and a crunchy cereal coating, offering a healthy and satisfying snack.
Ingredients
For the Puffs
- 5 medium sweet potatoes, boiled and peeled Look for firm and smooth sweet potatoes.
- 3 large egg whites
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon (optional) Use for added flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 5-6 cups Cinnamon Pecan Cereal (or other high fiber flake cereal) This will give a crunchy texture.
- 12 large marshmallows
- Zero calorie butter spray For coating.
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a cupcake tray with cupcake wrappers.
- Poke the sweet potatoes with a knife or fork, then boil them in salted water for 25-30 minutes until tender. Let them cool before peeling.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the sweet potatoes thoroughly until smooth.
- Add egg whites, salt, and optional spices into the mashed sweet potatoes. Blend well until uniform.
- In a shallow dish, coat the Cereal with zero-calorie butter spray.
- Take a scoop of the sweet potato mixture, flatten it, place a marshmallow in the center, wrap and form a ball. Roll each ball in the cereal coating.
- Place the coated puff into the lined cupcake tray, creating an indent on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden.
- Remove from oven and cool slightly before serving.
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Notes
These Sweet Potato Puffs can be served warm as appetizers or snacks. Pair them with yogurt dip or fruit salsa for additional flavor.