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
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Cuisine: American Comfort
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Course: Side Dish
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Method: Roasting
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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
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Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
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Reheat: In oven at 350°F for 10 min or microwave for 1–2 min
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Make Ahead: Prep sweet potatoes and seasoning mix in advance. Combine and roast when ready.
Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- mixing bowl
- Parchment paper or oil spray
- spatula
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
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line or grease baking sheet.
- Peel and cube sweet potatoes.
- Toss with olive oil, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and sea salt.
- Spread on baking sheet. Dot with butter.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.
- 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