Roasted Sweet Potatoes Cinnamon (Printable)

Caramelized sweet potatoes enhanced with warm cinnamon, perfect as a flavorful side.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1.5 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Oils and Seasonings

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
04 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
05 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Optional Additions

06 - 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey (for extra sweetness)
07 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Add maple syrup and nutmeg if using.
03 - Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until sweet potatoes are golden-brown and tender.
05 - Serve warm, garnished with a sprinkle of extra cinnamon if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The cinnamon creates this incredible caramelized crust that makes people think you spent way more effort than you actually did
  • These reheat beautifully for meal prep lunches throughout the week
02 -
  • Overcrowding the baking sheet is the fastest way to end up with steamed mushy potatoes instead of crispy roasted ones
  • The high oven temperature is what creates those caramelized edges so do not be tempted to lower the heat
03 -
  • Let the baking sheet cool slightly before attempting to clean it or the parchment paper might stick
  • Room temperature sweet potatoes roast more evenly than cold ones straight from the refrigerator

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