Roasted Apple Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes Recipe
These Roasted Apple Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes are a delightful side dish perfect for holiday meals or as a comforting fall vegetable recipe. Tender sweet potatoes and soft apples are roasted to caramelized perfection with warm spices and a touch of maple sweetness. Garnished with pecans and fresh thyme, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Sweet Potatoes:
- 3 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
Apples:
- 2 large apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional:
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- Fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the sweet potatoes and apples. Add olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Toss well to coat.
- Roast: Spread the mixture on the baking sheet and roast for 30–35 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and caramelized. Add pecans in the last 5 minutes if desired.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with thyme, and serve warm.
Notes
- Great as a side dish for holiday meals or with roasted meats.
- Substitute honey for maple syrup or add dried cranberries for a festive twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3/4 cup
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
