Save A creative, savory-sweet appetizer featuring fluffy biscuit muffins infused with roasted sweet potato, chili, and garlic, threaded onto skewers for a fun, shareable treat.
I made these for a family picnic and they quickly became the star of the table. The blend of roasted sweet potato and chili always gets rave reviews & makes the muffins extra special.
Ingredients
- Sweet potato: 1 medium (about 300 g), peeled and diced
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Olive oil: 2 tbsp
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250 g)
- Baking powder: 1 tbsp
- Baking soda: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1 tsp
- Chili powder: 1 tsp
- Smoked paprika: 1/2 tsp
- Whole milk: 1/2 cup (120 ml)
- Unsalted butter: 1/4 cup (60 g), melted
- Eggs: 2 large
- Fresh chives or parsley: 2 tbsp, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare oven and pans:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and prepare muffin pan with liners or grease lightly.
- Roast vegetables:
- Toss diced sweet potato with garlic and olive oil, then spread on baking sheet. Roast for 18–20 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized. Let cool slightly.
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, chili powder, and smoked paprika.
- Mix wet ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk milk, melted butter, and eggs.
- Combine and fold:
- Add roasted sweet potato and herbs to dry ingredients. Pour in wet ingredients, mix gently just until combined (do not overmix).
- Fill muffin cups:
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Top with reserved sweet potato if desired.
- Bake muffins:
- Bake 15–18 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool muffins:
- Let muffins cool 5 minutes in pan, then transfer to wire rack.
- Serve on skewers:
- When cooled, thread each muffin onto a wooden skewer. Serve warm or room temperature.
Save My kids love helping to thread the muffins on skewers & it is a playful way to enjoy time together while prepping snacks for guests.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, parchment paper, muffin pan, mixing bowls, whisk, wooden skewers, wire rack
Allergen Information
This recipe includes wheat, eggs, and dairy. Always check ingredient labels for allergen concerns.
Nutritional Information
Each skewer has about 185 calories, 7 g fat, 28 g carbohydrates, and 4 g protein.
Save These muffin skewers are an instant crowd-pleaser. Make ahead for easy serving & watch them disappear fast.
Kitchen Q&A
- → Can I make muffin skewers ahead of time?
Yes, prepare the muffins in advance and gently reheat before serving for best texture and flavor.
- → Which herbs work best for garnish?
Fresh chives, parsley, cilantro, or scallions add a vibrant touch to the finished muffins.
- → How do I get the sweet potato perfectly roasted?
Toss diced sweet potato with garlic and olive oil, roast in a preheated oven until tender and caramelized.
- → Are these suitable for vegetarian diets?
Yes, all ingredients are vegetarian-friendly, including dairy and eggs.
- → What dip pairs well with the muffins?
Try a spicy dipping sauce, yogurt-based dip, or a chili-infused aioli for extra flavor.
- → Can I adjust the spice level?
Add cayenne or extra chili powder for more heat, or reduce as needed for milder muffins.