Maple-Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Sea Salt
Crispy, naturally sweet sweet potato fries roasted with maple syrup and a touch of sea salt for a simple side dish. This american-inspired vegetarian (vegan) ready in about 35 minutes pairs maple syrup, olive oil, sea salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 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, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch sticks sweet potatoes
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 2 peeled and cut large sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp maple syrup in a large bowl until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Spread the sweet potato sticks in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp sea salt.
- Step 3: Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the edges are crisp and golden brown.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving to allow the coating to set.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Sea Salt 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 Maple-Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Sea Salt?
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 maple syrup from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Sea Salt?
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 Maple-Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Sea Salt 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.
Is Maple-Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Sea Salt vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
