Description
Cinnamon Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes are a warm, comforting side dish perfect for any meal. Cubes of tender roasted sweet potatoes are coated with fragrant cinnamon and a touch of sea salt, then drizzled with a sweet cinnamon-infused honey glaze for a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
Seasoning and Glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus more for glaze
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 3 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for roasting the sweet potatoes evenly.
- Prepare sweet potatoes: Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then cut them into even 1-inch cubes for uniform cooking.
- Season sweet potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, ground cinnamon, and sea salt until they are thoroughly coated.
- Arrange for roasting: Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes out in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking and promote even roasting.
- Roast sweet potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure all sides become tender and slightly crisp.
- Prepare cinnamon honey glaze: While the sweet potatoes roast, combine honey with a pinch of cinnamon in a small bowl and mix well to infuse the honey with warm spice.
- Glaze sweet potatoes: Once tender and golden around the edges, remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and immediately drizzle the cinnamon honey mixture over them. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve: Transfer the glazed sweet potatoes to a serving dish. Serve warm as a delightful side dish that pairs well with a variety of mains.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Make sure to cut the sweet potatoes into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Stirring halfway during roasting helps achieve crisp edges on all sides.
- Use parchment paper on the baking sheet for easier cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon and honey to taste depending on your preference for sweetness and spice.
