Description
A simple yet indulgent side dish featuring tender roasted sweet potatoes coated in buttery cinnamon and maple syrup. Perfectly caramelized and full of cozy fall flavor, it’s ideal for holidays or easy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
2–3 medium sweet potatoes (orange-fleshed varieties like Jewel or Beauregard)
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Neutral spray oil (for baking sheet)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray lightly with neutral oil.
- Peel and cube sweet potatoes into even 1-inch pieces for uniform cooking.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, maple syrup, and cinnamon. Add the sweet potatoes and toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure not to overcrowd.
- Bake for 35 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden and caramelized on all sides.
- Check doneness with a fork—it should pierce easily. Serve warm and enjoy that cozy cinnamon-butter aroma.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, use coconut oil or olive oil instead of butter.
Swap maple syrup with honey or brown sugar for a different sweetness.
Add a pinch of nutmeg or allspice for extra warmth.
Cut evenly and avoid crowding the pan to ensure crisp, caramelized edges.
Serve alongside grilled meats, roasts, or vegetarian mains for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 15–20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
