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Melting Sweet Potatoes

Melting Sweet Potatoes are a lighter version of candied sweet potatoes! They are "just right" in the sweet department without losing the caramelization!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 305 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 medium sweet potatoes sliced into 1-inch thickness
  • 3 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup low sodium vegetable broth low sodium
  • ¼ cup maple syrup plus more for serving
  • ½ cup Chopped Pecans

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Place the sweet potatoes on the prepared sheet pan, add the melted butter, salt and cinnamon. Toss to coat, and then spread the sweet potatoes on the pan in a single layer, not touching.
  3. Bake for 20 minutes. Then flip the potatoes, drizzle the maple syrup and vegetable broth on top, and return to the oven for 20 more minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are caramelized and the maple syrup is reduced and bubbly.
  4. Transfer the sweet potatoes to a platter and drizzle the sauce from the pan on top. Sprinkle pecans, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Storage: Once cooled, place the sweet potatoes in an air-tight container in the fridge, they will keep well for 2 to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven at 360F, covered with foil, to warm through.
  • Tip: Make sure to use parchment paper for easy removal of the sweet potatoes. Otherwise, you will need to remove them from the pan as soon as they come out of the oven, so they don’t stick.

Nutrition Information

Calories 305kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 46.8g (16%) Protein 4.1g (8%) Fat 12.5g (19%) Saturated Fat 4.3g (22%) Cholesterol 15.3mg (5%) Sodium 158.9mg (7%) Fiber 4.4g (18%) Sugar 17.5g (35%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 305

% Daily Value*

Calories 305kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 46.8g 16%
Protein 4.1g 8%
Fat 12.5g 19%
Saturated Fat 4.3g 22%
Cholesterol 15.3mg 5%
Sodium 158.9mg 7%
Fiber 4.4g 18%
Sugar 17.5g 35%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.