Ingredients
– 2 lbs sweet potatoes cut into 1-inch cubes for main base for natural sweetness and nutrients
– 2 tablespoons olive oil for roasting and caramelization
– 1 teaspoon kosher salt
– 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup for glossy, caramel-like finish
– ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
– Optional: chopped candied pecans or candied walnuts for garnish
Instructions
1-Place the 2 lbs of sweet potato cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
2-Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and toss to coat evenly, then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of kosher salt.
3-Roast in the oven for 20 minutes until they start to soften.
4-While that’s happening, stir together 2 tablespoons of pure maple syrup and ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
5-Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven, drizzle the maple cinnamon mixture over them, and stir to coat evenly.
6-Return to the oven and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they’re tender and nicely glazed.
7-Finally, garnish with optional chopped candied pecans or candied walnuts if you want an extra crunch, and serve right away.
Last Step:
Please leave a rating and comment letting us know how you liked this recipe! This helps our business to thrive and continue providing free, high-quality recipes for you.Notes
🍠 Peeling sweet potatoes is optional; keeping skins adds nutrients and saves time.
🍽️ Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet; use two sheets if needed for even roasting.
🍯 Add maple syrup mixture halfway through roasting to prevent burning and enhance glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10.3 grams
- Sodium: 271 mg
- Fat: 4.7 grams
- Saturated Fat: 0.7 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 4.6 grams
- Protein: 2.4 grams