Brown Sugar Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Brown sugar cinnamon sweet potato cubes are roasted until tender, with caramelized edges and a warm, buttery flavor. This easy side dish uses simple ingredients like vanilla, cinnamon, and brown sugar. They taste like fall and bring a sweet touch to any meal.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- ¼ cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (use more if you love cinnamon)
Topping
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil sprayed with cooking oil.
- Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes, keeping the pieces as even as possible for uniform cooking.
- Melt the butter in a small pot over medium-low heat.
- In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter with the vanilla extract, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
- Add the sweet potatoes and stir to coat evenly.
- Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast for 25 to 35 minutes without turning. Begin checking at 25 minutes. The potatoes are ready when easily pierced with a fork and caramelized underneath.
- Move the roasted sweet potatoes to a serving bowl, placing the caramelized sides facing up. Serve warm.
Topping (optional)
- Combine cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl. Sprinkle over the sweet potatoes right before serving.
Notes
Brown Sugar Note: This recipe uses light brown sugar, but dark brown sugar works too. Dark brown sugar has more molasses, which gives the sweet potatoes a deeper color and a slightly sweeter, more caramelized flavor. Use whichever one you have on hand.
Storage and Reheating: Store your leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To reheat roasted 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 little olive oil or butter until heated through.
Nutrition
Calories: 335.7kcalCarbohydrates: 55.2gProtein: 3.7gTotal Fat: 11.6gSaturated Fat: 7.3gCholesterol: 30.5mgSodium: 419.7mgPotassium: 784.4mgFiber: 7.2gSugar: 18.4g
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