Description
These Cinnamon Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes are a delightful side dish perfect for any meal. The sweet potatoes are tossed in a blend of maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then roasted to tender perfection. A hint of fresh parsley or toasted pecans adds a finishing touch to this flavorful dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes:
- 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley or toasted pecans for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss sweet potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast sweet potatoes: Spread the sweet potatoes out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley or toasted pecans if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet.
- These sweet potatoes pair well with roasted meats, grain bowls, or holiday meals.
- Add a pinch of cayenne for a sweet and spicy twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
