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Cinnamon Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Cinnamon Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes for a Festive Feast

These Cinnamon Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes are an easy and delicious side dish that enhances any holiday meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 3 medium Sweet Potatoes Yams can be a great alternative.
  • 3 tablespoons Melted Unsalted Butter Substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Maple-Walnut Topping
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Honey can be used but it's not vegan.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts Pecans can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Fresh thyme can be replaced with dried thyme.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients while the oven heats up.
  2. Wash and peel the sweet potatoes if desired, then slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
  3. In a large bowl, combine sweet potato rounds, melted butter, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
  4. Spread sweet potato slices in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Roast the sweet potatoes for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through for even browning.
  6. In a bowl, mix maple syrup, chopped walnuts, additional cinnamon, and thyme. Set aside.
  7. Once roasted, spoon the maple-walnut mixture over each slice of sweet potato.
  8. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until the topping caramelizes.
  9. Remove from the oven and serve warm, optionally topped with crumbled feta.

Notes

These sweet potatoes can be prepared ahead of time and reheated before serving for convenience.