Sweet & Spicy Honey Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Follow this recipe to make roasted sweet potatoes with a balanced sweet, spicy, and cinnamon flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Total Time: 40 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or chili powder)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed sweet potatoes, olive oil, honey, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Toss until the potatoes are evenly coated.
- Spread the coated sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Do not overcrowd the pan; use two sheets if necessary for better crisping.
- Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping the potatoes halfway through the cooking time, until they are tender inside and slightly caramelized on the edges.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a maple flavor, substitute maple syrup for honey.
- If you prefer less heat, start with 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
- To store leftovers, cool completely, then place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0