Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Roasted Sweet Potatoes – Caramelized, Spiced & Irresistible

These Roasted Sweet Potatoes strike the perfect balance between sweet, savory, and spiced. With a caramelized exterior and a tender, buttery interior, they’re an ideal side dish for any occasion—from cozy weeknight dinners to festive holiday feasts.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Sweet & Savory – A warm blend of cinnamon, brown sugar, and sea salt
✔ Perfect Texture – Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside
✔ Easy to Make – Just peel, toss, roast, and enjoy!
✔ Versatile – Great with chicken, steak, or as a stand-alone snack
✔ Holiday Favorite – Always a crowd-pleaser at Thanksgiving or Christmas

Recipe Categories

• Cuisine: American Comfort

• Course: Side Dish

• Method: Roasting

• Difficulty Level: Easy

🛒 Ingredients

✅ 3 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
✅ 2 tsp olive oil
✅ 1 tbsp butter
✅ 1 tbsp brown sugar (adjust to taste)
✅ 1 tsp ground cinnamon
✅ ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
✅ Pinch of ground ginger
✅ Sea salt, to taste

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with oil.

Step 2: Prep the Sweet Potatoes

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut into even, bite-size cubes.
Place in a large bowl.

Step 3: Season

Drizzle with olive oil.
Add brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and sea salt.
Toss to coat evenly.

Step 4: Roast

Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet—don’t overcrowd.
Dot with pieces of butter for richness.
Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.

Step 5: Finish & Taste

Taste and adjust seasonings. Add more sugar for sweetness or salt to bring out flavor.

Step 6: Serve

Transfer to a serving dish.
Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or drizzle of melted butter (optional).
Serve warm and enjoy!

💡 Tips for Success

✔ Even Cuts – Uniform pieces = even cooking
✔ Customize Sweetness – Add or skip sugar to fit your taste
✔ Add Spice – A pinch of cayenne adds a kick!
✔ Storage – Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days; reheat before serving

❄️ Storage & Make-Ahead Tips

• Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days

• Reheat: In oven at 350°F for 10 min or microwave for 1–2 min

• Make Ahead: Prep sweet potatoes and seasoning mix in advance. Combine and roast when ready.

Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Bite-sized sweet potatoes roasted with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and butter for a perfectly caramelized, cozy side dish.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 3 sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• Pinch of ground ginger
• Sea salt to taste

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• mixing bowl
• Parchment paper or oil spray
• spatula

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line or grease baking sheet.
2. Peel and cube sweet potatoes.
3. Toss with olive oil, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and sea salt.
4. Spread on baking sheet. Dot with butter.
5. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.
6. Adjust seasoning and serve warm.

Notes

• Use less sugar or skip for a more savory version
• Add cayenne or smoked paprika for heat
• Great with roasted chicken, steak, or holiday meals