Description
Indulge in the cozy comfort of Irresistible Flavorful Baked Sweet Potatoes. With their caramelized edges and a delightful balance of sweetness from maple syrup and warmth from cinnamon, these tender, golden bites are a perfect side for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. Easy to prepare, they transform simple sweet potatoes into an unforgettable dish that brings warmth and joy to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then cut them into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, sea salt, and ground cinnamon until well-coated.
- Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through for even browning.
- Drizzle warm baked sweet potatoes with maple syrup before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg