Cinnamon-Spiced Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Maple
Sweet potatoes roasted until caramelized with warm cinnamon and a touch of maple syrup. This american-inspired vegetarian ready in about 40 minutes pairs olive oil, ground cinnamon, pure maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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
- 2 large (about 1.5 lb), peeled and cubed into 1-inch pieces sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss 2 large peeled sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lb), cubed into 1-inch pieces, with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp sea salt on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Roast for 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until potatoes are tender and edges begin to brown.
- Step 3: Remove from oven, drizzle with 1 tbsp pure maple syrup, and sprinkle with 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves. Return to oven for 5 minutes to caramelize the syrup.
- Step 4: Transfer to a serving dish and let rest for 3 minutes before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cinnamon-Spiced Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Maple take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Cinnamon-Spiced Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Maple?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cinnamon-Spiced Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Maple?
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 Cinnamon-Spiced Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Maple for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.
What goes well with Cinnamon-Spiced Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Maple?
American vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to vegetarian dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
