Description
Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes combine tender, caramelized sweet potatoes with warm cinnamon and pure maple syrup for a deliciously sweet and savory side dish. This easy recipe is perfect for any meal and can be garnished with candied pecans or walnuts for added crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional Garnish
- Chopped candied pecans or candied walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and lightly grease it with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Coat sweet potatoes: Place the cubed sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat all pieces evenly. Spread them out in a single layer, ensuring they are not touching. Sprinkle the kosher salt evenly over the potatoes.
- Initial roasting: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the sweet potatoes for 20 minutes to start softening and browning them.
- Prepare maple-cinnamon mixture: While the sweet potatoes roast, combine the pure maple syrup and ground cinnamon in a small bowl, stirring well to blend flavors.
- Coat with maple-cinnamon and continue roasting: Remove the pan from the oven and drizzle the maple-cinnamon mixture over the sweet potatoes. Toss gently to coat all pieces evenly. Spread them again in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Finish roasting: Return the pan to the oven and roast for an additional 10 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even cooking and crispness. Check at 5 minutes to avoid burning and adjust time if needed based on your preferred crispness.
- Serve and garnish: Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and transfer them to a serving bowl or platter. Garnish with chopped candied pecans or walnuts if desired. Serve immediately to enjoy their warm, sweet flavor.
Notes
- Maple syrup and cinnamon create a deliciously warm, sweet flavor that perfectly complements the natural sweetness of the potatoes.
- Cutting the sweet potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes ensures even roasting.
- For extra crunch, sprinkle candied pecans or walnuts just before serving.
- Spread potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet for proper roasting and browning.
- If you prefer crispier edges, leave the potatoes in the oven closer to 10 minutes during the final roasting step.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 270 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
