Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Honey and Cinnamon

Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Honey and Cinnamon

Perfectly caramelized, tender on the inside, and lightly crisp on the edges, these honey–cinnamon roasted sweet potatoes are an irresistible side dish for holidays, weeknight dinners, or healthy meal prep.

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⭐ Why This Recipe Is a Winner

• Naturally sweet with warm spice

• Crispy edges, soft centers

• Simple pantry ingredients

• Kid-friendly & crowd-pleasing

• Works for breakfast, dinner, or dessert-style sides

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🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled or unpeeled

• 2½ tbsp olive oil or melted butter

• 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional but recommended)

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper (optional)

• Optional garnish: chopped pecans, walnuts, or fresh parsley

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🔥 Instructions

1. Prep the Oven

• Preheat oven to 220°C / 425°F

• Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper

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2. Prepare the Sweet Potatoes

1. Cut sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes or wedges

2. Place in a large bowl

3. Drizzle with olive oil and honey

4. Sprinkle cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper

5. Toss until evenly coated

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3. Roast

1. Spread sweet potatoes in a single layer

2. Roast for 30–35 minutes

3. Flip halfway through for even browning

4. Roast until golden, caramelized, and fork-tender

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4. Finish & Serve

• Taste and drizzle with extra honey if desired

• Garnish with nuts or herbs

• Serve hot or warm

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🍽 Serving Ideas

• With roast chicken, turkey, or ham

• Alongside grilled pork or salmon

• Add to grain bowls or salads

• Serve with yogurt for a sweet-savory brunch side

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🌱 Delicious Variations

• Vegan: Use maple syrup instead of honey

• Spicy-Sweet: Add a pinch of cayenne or chili flakes

• Holiday Style: Add orange zest + cranberries

• Crunchy: Toss with pecans in the last 10 minutes

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💡 Pro Tips

• Don’t overcrowd the pan—space = crispiness

• Dark-colored baking sheets caramelize better

• For extra crisp edges, roast at 230°C / 450°F for last 5 minutes

• Store leftovers refrigerated up to 4 days

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🥗 Nutrition Highlights

• Rich in vitamin A & antioxidants

• Naturally gluten-free

• No refined sugar needed

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Ingredients

• 4 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling potatoes after cooked
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
Lay the sweet potatoes out in a single layer on a roasting tray. 

Drizzle the oil, honey, cinnamon, salt and pepper over the potatoes. 

Roast for 25 to 30 minutes in oven or until tender.
Take sweet potatoes out of the oven and transfer them to a serving platter. 

Drizzle with more extra-virgin olive oil. Enjoy it!

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