Honey-Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Roasted sweet potatoes glazed with honey and dusted with cinnamon for a warm, sweet side dish. This american-inspired vegetarian ready in about 35 minutes pairs ground cinnamon, honey, olive oil 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
- 3 medium (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and cubed into 1-inch pieces sweet potatoes
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 3 peeled and cubed medium sweet potatoes (1-inch pieces) with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 2 tsp ground cinnamon until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast in the oven for 25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and caramelized at the edges.
- Step 3: Remove from oven and immediately drizzle with 3 tbsp honey, tossing gently to coat while warm. Serve hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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 Honey-Cinnamon Roasted 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 ground cinnamon from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Cinnamon Roasted 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 Honey-Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes 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 Honey-Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes?
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.
