Roasted Sweet Potatoes Cinnamon (Printable)

Caramelized sweet potatoes enhanced with cinnamon and olive oil for a flavorful, easy side dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1.5 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Oils and Seasonings

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
04 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
05 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Optional Additions

06 - 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
07 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat 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, and black pepper until evenly coated. Add maple syrup and nutmeg if using.
03 - Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until sweet potatoes are golden-brown and tender.
05 - Serve warm, garnished with a sprinkle of extra cinnamon if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The way natural sugars emerge and create crispy edges while staying creamy inside
  • How something so simple transforms into a side that steals attention from the main dish
02 -
  • Crowding the baking sheet creates steam instead of roasted edges so use two sheets if needed
  • The higher temperature is what creates caramelization so do not be tempted to lower the heat
03 -
  • Cut your cubes as evenly as possible so everything finishes roasting at the same time
  • Let the pan heat up in the oven before adding the potatoes for extra crispy bottoms

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