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Caramelized Sweet Potatoes

Caramelized Sweet Potatoes

These Caramelized Sweet Potatoes offer rich, caramelized sweetness that elevates any meal, perfect as a side dish or snack.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Cooling Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Caramelized Sweet Potatoes, Easy Recipe, healthy snack, oven roasted, sweet potatoes, vegetable side dish
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 180kcal

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Large bowl
  • parchment paper

Ingredients

For the Sweet Potatoes

  • 2 large sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 3 tbsp olive oil for drizzling

For the Sweet & Spicy Flavor

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar light or dark
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt to enhance sweetness
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper for a hint of spice

Instructions

How to Make Caramelized Sweet Potatoes

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Toss the sweet potato cubes in a large bowl with olive oil, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  • Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Consider drizzling with honey or maple syrup before serving for extra sweetness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 18000IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1mg
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