Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon & Honey Recipe
Deliciously tender roasted sweet potatoes tossed with olive oil, honey, and cinnamon, then oven-roasted to a golden brown. This simple, flavorful side dish is perfect for any meal, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and warmth with a hint of spice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes
Seasoning & Coating
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Garnish (Optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for roasting the sweet potatoes perfectly.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into evenly sized 1-inch cubes. This promotes even cooking and consistent texture.
- Mix Coating: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, ground cinnamon, salt, and ground black pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Toss Sweet Potatoes: Add the sweet potato cubes to the bowl and toss thoroughly until all pieces are evenly coated with the honey-cinnamon mixture.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Ensure they are not crowded to allow proper roasting and caramelization instead of steaming.
- Roast: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25 to 30 minutes. Flip the sweet potatoes halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning and tenderness.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the roasted sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly to enhance flavor and texture before serving.
- Garnish: If desired, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the sweet potatoes for a fresh, colorful finish and added aroma.
Notes
- Make sure all sweet potato pieces are similar in size for even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the baking sheet to avoid steaming instead of roasting.
- You can adjust the amount of honey and cinnamon based on your preferred sweetness and spice level.
- For extra crispiness, use a rimmed baking sheet and line it with parchment paper.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
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