Description
Roasted sweet potatoes with cinnamon honey brings together golden-brown spuds glazed with a warm, sticky drizzle that makes dinner feel like a celebration. Your family will devour these caramelized slices that balance sweet and savory perfectly.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 sweet potatoes
Supporting Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
Instructions
- Peel and dice 4 medium sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes, ensuring uniform size for consistent roasting.
- Mix 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a large bowl.
- Tumble sweet potato cubes into the seasoning mixture, gently coating each piece thoroughly.
- Spread cubes across a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer without overcrowding.
- Slide the baking sheet into a 425°F oven, positioning the rack in the middle position.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through to ensure even caramelization.
- Check tenderness by piercing a cube with a fork – it should slide in smoothly without resistance.
- Remove the baking sheet and let sweet potatoes rest for 2-3 minutes to finish caramelizing.
- Transfer roasted cubes to a serving dish, creating an attractive presentation.
- Garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley, sprinkling it lightly across the top for a burst of color and freshness.
Notes
- Cut sweet potatoes into uniform cubes for even roasting and consistent caramelization.
- Use high-quality raw honey for a deeper, more complex sweet flavor that complements the natural sweetness of the potatoes.
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Fresh parsley adds a bright, herbal note that balances the rich, sweet flavors of the roasted sweet potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Roasted
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg