Description
These Honey Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes are a delightful side dish perfect for any occasion. The sweet potatoes are coated in a mixture of honey, cinnamon, and spices, then roasted to caramelized perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 3 large sweet potatoes (peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes)
Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, honey, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Ensure the potatoes are evenly coated.
- Roast: Spread the sweet potatoes on the baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and tender.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra caramelization, broil the sweet potatoes for 2–3 minutes after roasting.
- Maple syrup can be used instead of honey for a vegan option.
- Pair with roasted chicken, turkey, or pork for a delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
