Savory Sweet Potato & Sage Brittle with Pepitas Recipe
Savory Sweet Potato & Sage Brittle with Pepitas is a unique and flavorful twist on traditional brittle, combining the rich sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes with the earthy aroma of fresh sage and the satisfying crunch of toasted pepitas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert/Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Base Brittle
- ¾ cup mashed sweet potato (roasted and cooled)
- 1 cup sugar
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tbsp light corn syrup or golden syrup
- 1½ tbsp unsalted butter
- Pinch of sea salt
Flavor & Crunch
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1½ tsp finely chopped fresh sage
- ⅓ cup toasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
Optional Garnish
- Extra flaky salt
- Fried sage leaves for serving
Instructions
- Prep Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Lightly grease it.
- Cook Brittle Base: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine mashed sweet potato, sugar, water, syrup, butter, and salt. Stir constantly until sugar dissolves, then increase heat and cook until mixture reaches 150°C (300°F), the hard crack stage (use a candy thermometer).
- Add Flavor: Remove from heat. Quickly stir in baking soda, chopped sage, and toasted pepitas. Mixture will bubble and lighten.
- Spread It Out: Immediately pour onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula to spread it thin and even.
- Cool & Break: Let cool completely until set and glassy, then break into shards.
- Optional Garnish: Sprinkle with extra flaky salt or top with fried sage leaves just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Sweet Potato, Sage, Brittle, Pepitas, Snack, Gift, Crunchy