Description
This Thanksgiving Pecan Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes recipe combines tender, cinnamon-spiced sweet potato rounds with a luscious maple syrup and pecan topping, resulting in a perfectly caramelized, flavorful side dish that’s ideal for holiday feasts or any cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 large Sweet Potatoes
Spices & Seasonings
- 1.5 teaspoons Cinnamon (divided: 1 tsp for potatoes, 0.5 tsp for topping)
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Pepper
- ½ teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Thyme
Other Ingredients
- ⅓ cup Melted Unsalted Butter
- ⅓ cup Maple Syrup + 2 tablespoons more for topping
- ⅓ cup Chopped Pecans
Instructions
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Clean and cut the sweet potatoes into ½-inch thick rounds, keeping the skin on or peeling them according to your preference.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 380°F (200°C) to get it ready for roasting.
- Season Potatoes: In a bowl or a ziplock bag, combine the sweet potato slices with melted butter, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix thoroughly so each piece is evenly coated.
- Arrange on Baking Tray: Lay the sweet potato slices on a baking tray in a single layer with some space between the slices to avoid steaming and to ensure browning.
- Bake Sweet Potatoes: Place the tray in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the potatoes are tender but still firm. Baking times may vary depending on slice thickness.
- Prepare Topping Mix: While the potatoes are baking, mix together the maple syrup, chopped pecans, remaining 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon, and thyme in a bowl.
- Add Topping and Continue Baking: Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven. Top each slice with about 1 teaspoon of the pecan-maple mixture, then return the tray to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until the edges are caramelized.
- Serve: Serve the roasted sweet potatoes as is or garnish with feta cheese for a tasty contrast.
Notes
- Adjust the thickness of sweet potato slices for faster or slower cooking—thicker slices may need more time.
- Keeping more space between slices ensures they roast instead of steaming.
- You can peel the sweet potatoes if you prefer a smoother texture, but the skins add extra nutrients and flavor.
- For a vegan version, substitute the butter with a plant-based alternative.
- Add feta cheese just before serving to maintain its creamy texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1 cup)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
