Cinnamon-Spiced Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-05 · Updated 2026-05-05

Sweet potato wedges roasted with cinnamon and smoked paprika for a sweet and smoky Halloween side dish. This American-inspired Halloween recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs sweet potatoes, olive oil, ground cinnamon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, 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

• 3 medium, washed and cut into 1/2-inch wedges sweet potatoes
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp maple syrup

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 3 medium sweet potatoes cut into 1/2-inch wedges with 3 tbsp olive oil.
2. Step 2: Sprinkle 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper over the wedges. Toss until evenly coated.
3. Step 3: Spread the wedges in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Step 4: Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until edges are crisp and centers are tender.
5. Step 5: Remove from oven and drizzle 1 tbsp maple syrup evenly over the wedges while still hot. Toss gently to glaze and serve warm.