Roasted Sweet Potatoes Cinnamon (Printer-friendly)
Caramelized sweet potatoes roasted with cinnamon for a flavorful, comforting side dish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1.5 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Oils & Fats
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
→ Spices & Seasonings
03 - 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
04 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
05 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
06 - 1 tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and brown sugar or maple syrup if using, until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are golden, tender, and lightly caramelized at the edges.
05 - Serve hot as a side dish.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The natural sugars create these crispy edges that taste like candy but without any guilt
- This recipe proves that five ingredients and forty minutes can make something that feels fancy enough for guests
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- Crowding the baking sheet is the number one mistake people make with this recipe
- Adding the brown sugar creates faster caramelization so watch closely after twenty minutes
03 -
- Use the largest baking sheet you have because more surface area equals more crispy edges
- Sprinkle a little extra cinnamon in the last five minutes of roasting for a fresh burst of aroma