Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Maple Butter
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Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Maple Butter
Description
This recipe uses peeled sweet potatoes cut into uniform 1-inch pieces that are coated thoroughly in a butter and maple syrup-based glaze seasoned with cinnamon and salt. The seasoned sweet potatoes are spread in a single layer on a prepared baking sheet and roasted in a preheated 375°F oven. Baking time is about 35 minutes, with one stirring midway to promote even browning.
The roasting process softens the sweet potatoes and intensifies their natural sugars, while the maple butter generously flavors each piece, creating a warm and inviting side dish. The addition of cinnamon adds gentle warmth complementary to the maple’s sweetness.
These roasted sweet potatoes pair well with a variety of main courses or can stand alone as a nutritious snack. The recipe suggests selecting long, thin sweet potatoes to ease cutting into similar-sized pieces, contributing to uniform cooking. The stirring step is important for consistent roasting and to avoid burning any pieces.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 lbs sweet potato peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
- 6 tablespoons butter melted
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Coat a sheet pan with cooking spray.
- Whisk together the butter, maple syrup, cinnamon and salt in a small bowl.
- Place the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the sheet pan, then pour the maple butter mixture over the top.
- Use a spoon or your hands to toss the sweet potatoes in the butter to coat them evenly.
- Bake for 35 minutes, stirring once halfway through the bake time. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Choose long, thin sweet potatoes to cut evenly and ensure uniform cooking.
- Stir sweet potatoes halfway through roasting to promote even cooking and prevent burning.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 209 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 209kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 298mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 667mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 27165IU | 543% |
| Vitamin C | 4.5mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 75mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.