Roasted Sweet Potatoes Cinnamon (Print version)

Sweet potatoes roasted with cinnamon and brown sugar create a warm, flavorful side dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

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

→ Seasonings & Sweeteners

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp packed light brown sugar
04 - 1 tsp ground cinnamon
05 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
06 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

→ Optional Garnishes

07 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
08 - 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the coated sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized.
05 - Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with parsley or nuts if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in under an hour with minimal fuss—no fancy techniques required.
  • The caramelized edges get crispy while the insides stay buttery soft, which is basically a texture miracle.
  • Works as a side dish for anything, from a weeknight chicken to a holiday table.
02 -
  • Don't crowd the pan—packed potatoes steam instead of caramelize, which defeats the whole purpose of roasting.
  • Stirring halfway through isn't optional; it's what gets you those caramelized edges on every piece.
03 -
  • Use an oven thermometer to make sure your oven actually runs at 400°F—mine runs 25 degrees hot, which changes everything.
  • Cut your potatoes as evenly as possible so they finish roasting at the same time; uneven pieces mean some burnt, some undercooked.

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