Roasted Sweet Potato
These perfectly caramelized roasted sweet potato cubes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, enhanced with a touch of warm cinnamon and savory herbs.
Ingredients
- •3 large sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
- •3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- •1 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- •1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- •1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- •1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- •1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a large baking sheet inside while it heats to help get the potatoes extra crispy.
- 2
Place the cubed sweet potatoes in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with the extra virgin olive oil, tossing well to coat every piece evenly.
- 3
In a small bowl, mix together the kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, and chopped fresh rosemary.
- 4
Sprinkle the spice mixture over the sweet potatoes and toss again until all the cubes are thoroughly seasoned.
- 5
Carefully remove the hot baking sheet from the oven and spread the sweet potatoes out in a single layer, making sure they are not overcrowded so they roast rather than steam.
- 6
Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, tossing halfway through the cooking time, until the potatoes are fork-tender and have deeply golden, caramelized edges.
- 7
Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and transfer to a serving dish.
💡 Chef tips
- Do not overcrowd the baking sheet; use two pans if necessary, because crowding will result in soggy rather than crispy sweet potatoes.
- For extra caramelization, you can drizzle the roasted potatoes with a teaspoon of maple syrup right as they come out of the oven.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in a hot oven or toaster oven to regain crispness.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished roasted sweet potatoes are beautifully browned and caramelized with slightly crisp edges, releasing a sweet and savory aroma, and offering a meltingly tender interior.