Williams' Maple-Glazed Sweet Potatoes
Caramelized sweet potatoes roasted with maple syrup and warm spices for a sweet-savory side dish. This vegetarian-inspired sheet pan ready in about 45 minutes pairs sweet potatoes, maple syrup, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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 lbs sweet potatoes
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and cut sweet potatoes into 3/4-inch thick wedges.
- Step 2: Toss sweet potatoes in a large bowl with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Spread potatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway, until edges are crispy and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Step 4: Remove from oven and drizzle with 3 tbsp maple syrup and 2 tbsp melted butter. Toss gently to coat.
- Step 5: Return to oven and roast for 10 more minutes until syrup is bubbling and glossy, and potatoes are deeply caramelized.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Williams' Maple-Glazed Sweet Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Williams' Maple-Glazed 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 sweet potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Williams' Maple-Glazed 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 Williams' Maple-Glazed 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 Williams' Maple-Glazed Sweet Potatoes?
Vegetarian sheet pan 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
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
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Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
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My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
