Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon (Printable Version)

Tender, caramelized sweet potato cubes seasoned with warm cinnamon and olive oil, roasted until golden brown.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1.2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Oils & Seasonings

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

→ Optional

06 - 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey (for extra sweetness)
07 - 1/4 tsp smoked paprika (for subtle smokiness)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat the 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. If using, add maple syrup or honey and smoked paprika.
03 - Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until sweet potatoes are golden brown and tender.
05 - Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • The natural sweetness intensifies in the oven creating candy like edges without any added sugar
  • It comes together in under 45 minutes but tastes like something that simmered all afternoon
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully for breakfast the next morning
02 -
  • Overcrowding the pan creates steam instead of crispiness, so use two sheets if needed
  • The potatoes continue cooking after they leave the oven, so remove them when slightly underdone
03 -
  • Cut your cubes slightly smaller than you think you should, they shrink as they roast
  • Let the pan heat up in the oven before adding the potatoes for extra crispy bottoms

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