Description
These roasted sweet potatoes are a perfect blend of sweet and savory, with warm cinnamon and rich maple syrup creating a cozy, delicious side dish. They’re quick to prepare and ideal for holiday meals or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
- 4 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 2 large sweet potatoes)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnishes:
- Chopped pecans or walnuts
- Dried cranberries
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. - Dice the Sweet Potatoes:
Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking. - Season the Potatoes:
In a large mixing bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to make sure all the pieces are evenly coated. - Roast the Sweet Potatoes:
Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. This ensures they roast evenly and caramelize nicely.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, turning the potatoes halfway through, until they are tender and golden brown. - Garnish and Serve:
Once the sweet potatoes are roasted, remove them from the oven and transfer to a serving dish.
Optionally, sprinkle with chopped pecans or walnuts, dried cranberries, or fresh parsley for added flavor and texture. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra crunch, top the roasted sweet potatoes with some chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts.
- Add dried cranberries for a festive touch and a sweet contrast to the savory sweet potatoes.
- Fresh parsley adds a nice pop of color and freshness to balance the richness of the dish.
- If you prefer your sweet potatoes extra crispy, you can broil them for the last 2-3 minutes of roasting.
- You can prepare the sweet potatoes ahead of time, toss them in the seasoning mixture, and store them in the fridge until ready to roast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg