Brown's Maple-Glazed Sweet Potatoes
A sweet and savory side dish of roasted sweet potatoes coated in a sticky maple glaze, enhanced with a touch of cinnamon and butter. This american-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 45 minutes pairs sweet potatoes, olive oil, butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 2 lbs peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp cinnamon in a large bowl until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Step 3: In a small saucepan, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat, then stir in 3 tbsp maple syrup and 1/2 tsp cinnamon. Cook for 2 minutes until mixture is hot and slightly thickened.
- Step 4: Pour maple glaze over roasted sweet potatoes and toss gently to coat. Return to oven for 5 minutes until glaze is bubbly and sticky.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Brown's Maple-Glazed Sweet Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Brown's Maple-Glazed Sweet Potatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sweet potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Brown's Maple-Glazed Sweet Potatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Brown's Maple-Glazed Sweet Potatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Brown's Maple-Glazed Sweet Potatoes vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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The flavors in this brown's are incredible.
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Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
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Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
