Maple-Balsamic Glazed Sweet Potatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-14 · Updated 2026-04-14

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Roasted sweet potatoes coated in a sticky-sweet maple-balsamic glaze for a naturally sweet side dish. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, combines sweet potatoes, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 290 calories and feeds 4, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 290 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 large, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes sweet potatoes
2 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt in a large bowl.
Step 2: Spread potatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, stirring once, until edges begin to caramelize.
Step 3: Whisk together maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, and 2 tbsp water in a small bowl.
Step 4: Drizzle the glaze evenly over the roasted potatoes and toss to coat. Return to oven and roast for 10 more minutes until glaze is sticky and potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 5: Sprinkle with fresh thyme and serve immediately.