Description
Cinnamon Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes are a warm and comforting side dish featuring tender, caramelized sweet potato cubes tossed with fragrant cinnamon and sweet honey. Perfectly roasted to achieve crispy edges and a soft interior, this easy recipe offers a delightful balance of sweetness and spice, ideal for elevating any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Honey Topping
- 3 tablespoons honey
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for roasting the sweet potatoes.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut them into even-sized cubes, about 1-inch thick, to ensure uniform cooking.
- Season Sweet Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, ground cinnamon, and sea salt until they’re evenly coated with the seasoning.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. This helps promote even roasting and easy cleanup.
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes. Stir the potatoes halfway through cooking to achieve a uniform golden and crispy exterior.
- Prepare Honey Cinnamon Mixture: While the potatoes roast, mix honey with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon in a small bowl to create a flavorful drizzle.
- Combine and Serve: Once the sweet potatoes are tender and have caramelized edges, remove them from the oven. Drizzle the cinnamon honey mixture over the warm sweet potatoes and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve Warm: Transfer the glazed sweet potatoes to a serving dish and enjoy immediately as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet; use two sheets if necessary.
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan option.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or cloves along with cinnamon for additional warmth.
- These roasted sweet potatoes pair wonderfully with roasted chicken, pork, or a hearty vegetarian main dish.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
