Description
Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes are a simple and delicious side dish perfect for autumn. Tender cubes of sweet potatoes are tossed with coconut oil, real maple syrup, cinnamon, and kosher salt, then roasted until caramelized and golden brown on the edges. This easy recipe brings a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth, making it an ideal accompaniment for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 3 medium to large sweet potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
Seasonings & Oils
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons coconut oil
- 3 Tablespoons real maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Kosher salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for roasting your sweet potatoes evenly and developing caramelized edges.
- Toss the sweet potatoes: In a large bowl or directly on your baking sheet, combine the cubed sweet potatoes with coconut oil, maple syrup, and cinnamon. Make sure each piece is well coated for maximum flavor.
- Spread on baking sheet: Arrange the coated sweet potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet. Use two sheets if necessary to avoid overcrowding, which helps them roast evenly and crisp up.
- Season with salt: Sprinkle kosher salt evenly over the sweet potatoes to enhance their natural sweetness and flavor.
- Initial baking: Place the baking sheet(s) in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes. This will start the roasting process and begin softening the potatoes.
- Stir and rotate: Remove from oven and stir the sweet potatoes to promote even cooking. Rotate the pan(s) if needed to ensure all sides brown uniformly.
- Continue baking: Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-20 minutes. Monitor closely during this time for the sweet potatoes to develop a deep brown color and caramelized edges. Smaller cubes will cook faster, while larger ones need more time.
- Finish and serve: Once tender and richly caramelized, remove from the oven. The edges should be crisp and brown, which concentrates the flavor. Serve warm as a delightful side dish.
Notes
- This recipe is incredibly easy yet delivers rich and comforting autumn flavors, perfect for holiday meals or everyday dinners.
- Cutting the sweet potatoes uniformly helps achieve an even roast and caramelization.
- You can adjust the amount of cinnamon and maple syrup to taste if you prefer it sweeter or less spicy.
- For crisper edges, spread the potatoes out with enough space on the baking sheet; overcrowding causes steaming instead of roasting.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the oven to preserve their texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 308 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 126 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
