Learn how to bake sweet potato cubes in the oven with this easy recipe. These cubed potatoes taste like candy with no added sugar! This dish is a great side dish for chicken, beef, and turkey for Thanksgiving!
How to Select Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are available year-round, with their peak season being in August through the middle of October, just in time for fall!
At the grocery store, look for medium-sized potatoes with smooth skin and no blemishes, soft spots, wet spots, or cracks.
Check your local farmer's market in the fall for the best sweet potatoes!
Fresh sweet potatoes should feel heavy for their size. A heavy weight means the flesh is moist and hasn't dried out.
Unlike sweet potatoes, yams are usually drier and starchier, and they're hard to find in American grocery stores according to Chelsea's Dirty Apron.
Where to Store Sweet Potatoes
Store sweet potatoes in a cool, well-ventilated location away from direct light.
According to Southern Living magazine, unwashed sweet potatoes can last in your home for several weeks. Ideally, the potatoes you should store the potatoes at 50 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit.
The refrigerator is too cold for any potatoes. The refrigeration messes with the texture of the potatoes and makes the natural starch turn into sugar.
What You Need
- Sweet potatoes (Beauregard, Red Garnet, or Jewel)
- Olive oil or you can sub avocado oil, coconut oil, or ghee. Keep it healthy 😊
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh herbs (basil, parsley, cilantro, etc.)
How To Cube Sweet Potatoes
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes using a vegetable peeler to remove the skin.
- Slice off both ends to create flat surfaces for stability.
- Cut the sweet potatoes into half-inch rounds, then quarter each round to create cubes. Try to cut even sized cubes so they roast evenly.
- Repeat this process with the remaining pieces until all the sweet potatoes are cubed.
How Long To Roast Sweet Potatoes at 400 Degrees
- Adjust the oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line your largest sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into one-inch cubes.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with oil, salt, and pepper.
- Scatter the seasoned potatoes on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for about 30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes. Toss with fresh herbs and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Garnishing Sweet Potatoes
You can garnish your roasted sweet potatoes with the fresh herb of your choice, such as parsley, thyme, basil, dill, and fresh oregano.
Leftovers and Reheating
Store your leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To reheat baked sweet potatoes, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, microwave them covered for 1-2 minutes, or sauté in a skillet with a bit of oil until heated through.
Whether I have a piece of roasted fish or grilled chicken, sweet potatoes add great color and flavor to every meal.
Summary
Roasted sweet potatoes are a delicious side dish prepared by cutting sweet potatoes into cubes, coating them in olive oil and seasonings, and baking them until they're tender and caramelized.
Roasting potatoes enhances their natural sweetness and imparts a delicious, crispy exterior. They make a nutritious and flavorful addition to any meal.
For best results, make sure the pieces are not touching each other so each piece gets crispy and caramelized.
This is a great dish for Thanksgiving too! We do eat these roasted sweet potatoes all year round. You can add them to your holiday table as well. Everyone loves them!
Check out our roundup of all of our Roasted Vegetables Recipes.
FAQ
Sweet potatoes are loaded with beta-carotene, potassium, magnesium, vitamin C, and fiber.
Roasted sweet potatoes are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside.
Roast them for about 25-30 minutes at 400 degrees until they are fork-tender and caramelized.
More Potato Recipes
- Arugula and Roasted Sweet Potato Salad
- Buttery Whipped Sweet Potatoes Recipe
- Healthy Mashed Sweet Potatoes
- Oven Roasted Baby Gold Potatoes
- Fish and Mashed Potatoes
- Poached Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Roasted Tiny Red Potatoes
- Oven Roasted Russet Potatoes with Garlic
How To Bake Sweet Potato Cubes in The Oven
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ cup fresh herbs such as parsley, thyme, basil or dill, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Adjust the oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line your largest sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into one-inch cubes.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with oil, salt, and pepper.
- Scatter the seasoned potatoes on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for about 30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes. Toss with fresh herbs and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste.
