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Yam Cheese Bread Bites recipe

Yam Cheese Bread Bites

Indulge in these delicious Yam Cheese Bread Bites that blend the sweetness of yams with a cheesy texture, making them the perfect snack or appetizer. They're easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress your family and friends!

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Cooking Method
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Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Total Time: 1 hr
Cooking Temp 200  °C
Servings 6
Estimated Cost $  10
Calories 150
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Dietary Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, Vegan
Description

Indulge in these delicious Yam Cheese Bread Bites that blend the sweetness of yams with a cheesy texture, making them the perfect snack or appetizer. They're easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress your family and friends!

Ingredients for Yam Cheese Bread Bites
    Main Ingredients
  • 2 units yams or taro (Choose based on availability.)
  • 1 unit egg
  • 1.5 cups tapioca starch (sweet)
  • 1 cup sour tapioca starch (Also known as polvilho azedo.)
  • 0.5 cup olive oil or neutral oil
  • to taste Pink Himalayan salt
Instructions
    Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Yam Mixture

    1. Cook the yams until soft, then mash them into a smooth purée. 2. In a large bowl, mix all the dry ingredients, including the salt. 3. Gradually add the olive oil to the dry mixture, forming a crumbly texture.

  2. Form the Dough

    4. Slowly incorporate the yam purée into the mixture, kneading until a smooth, non-sticky dough forms. 5. Preheat your oven to 400°F.

  3. Bake the Bites

    6. Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet greased with a thin layer of olive oil. 7. Bake for 30–40 minutes, or until the cheese bread is golden and firm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 2103kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 113.0g174%
Saturated Fat 16.5g83%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 186mg62%
Sodium 84.6mg4%
Potassium 684.7mg20%
Total Carbohydrate 277.5g93%
Dietary Fiber 4.3g18%
Sugars 0.6g
Protein 7.9g16%

Vitamin A 84.16 IU
Vitamin C 4.68 mg
Calcium 73.80 mg
Iron 5.35 mg
Vitamin D 1.00 IU
Vitamin E 18.55 IU
Vitamin K 66.21 mcg
Thiamin 0.12 mg
Riboflavin 0.25 mg
Niacin 0.66 mg
Vitamin B6 0.38 mg
Folate 46.38 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.45 mcg
Phosphorus 186.36 mg
Magnesium 40.32 mg
Zinc 0.88 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep them fresh.

Keywords: yams, cheese, bread, bites, snack