Maple-Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon and Thyme

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

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Tender sweet potatoes roasted with a drizzle of maple syrup, fragrant cinnamon, and fresh thyme for a subtly sweet and aromatic side dish. This American-inspired Thanksgiving recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs sweet potatoes, maple syrup, 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 6, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 6 American cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 pounds, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes sweet potatoes
3 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, toss 2 pounds peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated.
Step 2: Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet and scatter 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves over the top.
Step 3: Roast for 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized on the edges.
Step 4: Serve warm as a flavorful Thanksgiving side dish.