Maple Syrup Baked Sweet Potato
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistibly sweet and savory Maple Syrup Baked Sweet Potatoes! Perfectly roasted to bring out their natural sweetness, these tender sweet potatoes are drizzled with rich maple syrup, melted butter, and a warm sprinkle of cinnamon, creating an indulgent yet wholesome flavor profile. Finished with a hint of sea salt and an optional pecan topping for added crunch, this dish is the ultimate balance of comforting and gourmet. Ready in just one hour with minimal prep, these baked sweet potatoes make a stunning addition to holiday feasts or a cozy vegetarian main course. Simple, satisfying, and gluten-free, this recipe delivers seasonal vibes with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons maple syrup
- 4 teaspoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons sea salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly under running water. Pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
Using a fork, pierce each sweet potato several times to allow steam to escape during baking.
Place the sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
Once baked, carefully remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
Using a sharp knife, slice each sweet potato lengthwise down the center, being careful not to cut all the way through the bottom.
Gently spread the sweet potato halves open and fluff the flesh with a fork to loosen it slightly.
Drizzle each sweet potato with 1 tablespoon of maple syrup and place 1 teaspoon of unsalted butter in the center of the opening.
Sprinkle each potato with a pinch of ground cinnamon and sea salt for added flavor.
If desired, top with 1/2 tablespoon of chopped pecans for a nutty crunch.
Serve the maple syrup baked sweet potatoes hot as a side dish or a light vegetarian main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
883 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.0 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 41 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 875 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.6 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 77.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.5 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 68 mg | 1% | |
*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.
