Description
Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes are a deliciously sweet and subtly spiced side dish featuring tender, caramelized sweet potatoes roasted to perfection. Enhanced with cinnamon and a touch of honey, this recipe offers a delightful balance of flavors and a comforting texture, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
Seasoning & Coating
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish
- fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare sweet potatoes: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, honey, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly to ensure each piece is evenly coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Spread the coated sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, allowing space for even roasting and caramelization.
- Roast sweet potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through to promote even cooking and browning. Roast until the sweet potatoes are tender on the inside and caramelized on the outside.
- Cool and garnish: Remove from the oven and let the sweet potatoes cool for a few minutes. Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped parsley to add a fresh, herby contrast before serving.
Notes
- Ensure sweet potatoes are cut into uniform pieces to promote even cooking.
- Stirring halfway through the roasting process helps achieve caramelization on all sides.
- Adjust honey quantity depending on desired sweetness.
- This dish pairs well with roasted meats or as part of a vegetarian meal.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
