Super Duper Sweet Potatoes
Elevate your holiday table or weeknight dinner with these irresistible *Super Duper Sweet Potatoes*! This recipe transforms humble sweet potatoes into a show-stopping side dish with a rich, buttery glaze made from brown sugar, maple syrup, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Roasted to caramelized perfection, the sweet potato cubes are topped with toasted pecans for crunch and optional gooey marshmallows for a touch of nostalgia. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a balance of sweet-savory flavors, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any time you crave cozy comfort food. Serve it warm and watch it disappear at the dinner table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup pecans
- 1 cup marshmallows (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil and a pinch of salt to coat them evenly.
Spread the sweet potatoes out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure they roast evenly.
Roast the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
While the potatoes are roasting, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and stir in the brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until the mixture is smooth and bubbly. Remove from heat.
Once the sweet potatoes are roasted, transfer them to a large oven-safe baking dish.
Pour the glaze evenly over the roasted sweet potatoes and gently toss to coat.
Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the top. If using marshmallows, add them now as well, spreading them evenly across the surface.
Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the pecans are toasted and the marshmallows (if used) are golden brown and gooey.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Super Duper Sweet Potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1586 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.4 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.2 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1005 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.7 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.0 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 87.3 g | ||
| Protein | 16.0 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 268 mg | 6% | |
*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.
