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Sweet Potato& Cheese Focaccia Bites

Recipe by Giorgia Paino on InstagramAdded 2 August 2026.
  • 35 min
  • Serves 4
  • 7 ingredients

15 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. Fluffy focaccia‑style dough pockets filled with creamy, spiced sweet potato and a blend of mozzarella and smoked provolone. Pan‑cooked until golden, they make a satisfying, low‑calorie vegetarian lunch or snack.

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Sweet Potato & Cheese Focaccia Bites by Giorgia Paino, a frame from the Instagram video

Ingredients

4 servingsMetric

Dough

Filling

Amounts as Giorgia Paino gives them. Metric converts supported weights and liquids, and oven temperatures; spoon measures and counts stay as written.

Method

  1. 1

    Preheat a non‑stick skillet over medium‑low heat.

  2. 2

    Peel the sweet potatoes, cut them into even chunks, and steam them in a steamer basket over simmering water for about 10‑12 minutes, or until fork‑tender.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Sweet potato pieces are fork-tender. Keep the pieces evenly sized for even steaming.

  3. 3

    Transfer the steamed sweet potatoes to a bowl, mash them until smooth, and season with salt, pepper, and any preferred spices (e.g., smoked paprika, cumin). Set aside.

  4. 4

    In a large mixing bowl, combine 120 g 00 flour, 150 g 0%‑fat Greek yogurt, and 1 tsp instant dry yeast; stir until a shaggy dough forms.

  5. 5

    Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 3‑4 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

  6. 6

    Divide the dough into equal portions (about 8‑10), roll each portion into a thin circle (≈8 cm diameter) using a glass as a template.

  7. 7

    Place a heaping teaspoon of the mashed sweet potato mixture in the center of each dough circle, then sprinkle with equal parts shredded mozzarella and smoked provolone.

  8. 8

    Fold the dough over the filling to create a half‑moon shape, pressing the edges gently to seal; optionally crimp with a fork.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Edges stay sealed when pressed.

  9. 9

    Lightly dust the sealed pockets with a little flour, then roll each one gently with a rolling pin to flatten slightly, preserving the filling inside.

  10. 10

    Arrange the flattened pockets in the preheated skillet, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, and cook for 3‑4 minutes per side, or until both sides are golden brown and the cheese has melted.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Both sides are golden and the cheese has melted. Leave the pockets undisturbed while each side browns.

  11. 11

    Transfer the cooked bites to a plate and let them rest for 2 minutes before serving, allowing the interior to set.

  12. 12

    Serve warm as a hearty lunch or snack, optionally with a side of fresh salad or a drizzle of extra‑virgin olive oil.

Tips while you cook

Steam sweet potatoes first
Steam the peeled sweet potatoes until fork‑tender before mashing.
Knead dough briefly
Knead the dough only 3‑4 minutes on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic.
Rest cooked bites
Let the cooked bites rest for 2 minutes after skillet cooking.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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