Cinnamon Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes
These Cinnamon Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in a delicious blend of maple syrup, cinnamon, and butter. Perfect as a side dish for fall dinners, Thanksgiving, or any cozy meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasted
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional, for extra warmth)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for depth)
- ¼ cup chopped pecans (optional, for crunch)
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven & Prep Pan
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2️⃣ Make the Maple Cinnamon Coating
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, melted butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
3️⃣ Coat the Sweet Potatoes
- Toss the cubed sweet potatoes in the mixture until evenly coated.
4️⃣ Roast Until Crispy
- Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and caramelized.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
- Sprinkle with chopped pecans (if using) and serve warm.
Notes
🍯 No Maple Syrup? Swap with honey for a slightly different sweetness.
🌿 Savory Twist? Add rosemary or thyme for an herby flavor.
🔥 Spicier? Sprinkle with a dash of cayenne pepper for a sweet-heat combo.
🥓 Loaded Version? Top with crispy bacon bits for extra flavor.
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