Cinnamon Baked Sweet Potatoes Yams
Elevate your side dish game with these Cinnamon Baked Sweet Potatoes Yams—a perfect blend of natural sweetness and cozy autumn spices. Featuring tender, caramelized sweet potato cubes seasoned with warm ground cinnamon, a drizzle of pure maple syrup, and just the right touch of salt and pepper, this recipe strikes the ideal balance of savory and sweet. For an extra crunch, sprinkle in some chopped pecans during the final moments of baking. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy and nutritious dish makes an excellent addition to holiday spreads, weeknight dinners, or meal prep plans. Whether you serve it alongside roasted meats or enjoy it solo, these roasted sweet potatoes yams are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes (yams)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes. Place the cubes in a large mixing bowl.
Drizzle the olive oil over the sweet potato cubes and toss to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper over the potatoes. Mix well to ensure all pieces are coated.
Add the maple syrup to the bowl and toss the sweet potatoes to distribute the sweetness.
Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, flipping the sweet potatoes halfway through, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
If using, sprinkle the chopped pecans over the sweet potatoes during the last 5 minutes of baking.
Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy as a side dish or a light snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
990 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.5 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1262 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.8 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.2 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 208 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1888 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
