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- Here’s Why This Is My Go-To Roasted Sweet Potato Recipe
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- How To Roast Sweet Potatoes In The Oven
- My Tips For The Best Texture
- Roasted Sweet Potatoes (Crispy & Easy) Recipe card
- Serving Ideas
- Recipe Reviews
Here’s Why This Is My Go-To Roasted Sweet Potato Recipe
Whenever I want the comfort factor of real potatoes with a bit more nutrition, I make these roasted sweet potatoes . I actually cook them more often than regular ones, but find the basic version a little boring, so I add a few things. Here’s why this is my go-to roasted sweet potato recipe:
- Big, family-friendly flavor – Some roasted sweet potato recipes are as basic as oil, salt, and pepper, and that’s fine, but I enjoy this simple upgrade a lot more. The sweet and savory combo of garlic, fresh herbs, cinnamon, and a touch of brown sugar makes it taste special. And they pass the kid test, at least with mine!
- Crispy outside, creamy inside – It’s hard to beat the irresistible texture of oven roasted sweet potatoes! While they’re not quite as crispy and fluffy as regular roasted potatoes , they still crisp and caramelize beautifully. The inside has a moist, creamy texture I love in its own way.
- Easy to make – Roasting sweet potatoes this way requires only a few ingredients (that you probably already have — I always do!), and the prep is just around 10 minutes. Plus, the hands-off cooking time is perfect to make one of my healthy main dishes for dinner , or do something else around the house.
I make this versatile side dish often in the fall and winter, because it fits so many occasions. It makes regular dinnertime a whole lot easier, but I also love it for rounding out holiday meals without much effort. Make it with me!
“This is the only way I cook sweet potatoes now! This a five star recipe. Yummy!! I used real maple syrup instead of brown sugar. Delicious.” –Tara
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Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best ingredients for my roasted sweet potatoes recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .
- Sweet Potatoes – I usually just pick up whatever is at the store, but in the last few years have noticed that different types of sweet potatoes taste different. Orange and red fleshed ones (like garnet or jewel) are the sweetest and creamiest, so they’re my favorite now. I’ve also made this roasted sweet potato recipe with purple-fleshed murasaki sweet potatoes and with yams, which are less sweet.
- Olive Oil – For browning and flavor. Avocado oil is good, too. I don’t use seed oils.
- Brown Sugar / Sweetener – Optional, if you like more sweetness. I typically avoid refined sugar, so I use my natural Besti Brown Monk Fruit Allulose Blend instead. If you like the flavor of honey or maple syrup, they make nice sweeteners here, too.
- Garlic – I love the flavor of fresh minced garlic here, but see my tips to avoid burning it. You can also just use a teaspoon of garlic powder.
- Seasonings – My favorite combo is simply cinnamon , sea salt , and black pepper . You can also add savory spices (like cumin and paprika), dried herbs (like oregano or Italian seasoning ), or a kick of heat (like chili powder or cayenne pepper).
- Optional Toppings – These are up to you, but I add unsalted butter for richness and fresh herbs (usually parsley or thyme) for a pop of color and flavor.
How To Roast Sweet Potatoes In The Oven
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .
- Chop the potatoes. While the oven preheats, cut the sweet potatoes into cubes and arrange in a lightly greased baking dish . (Don’t crowd the pan too much. I aim for no more than 2 layers of cubes.)
- Add the seasonings. Drizzle the sweet potato cubes with oil. Add the brown sugar or Besti Brown (if using), minced garlic, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat.
- Roast sweet potatoes in the oven. Stir halfway through. Mine are usually browned by the end, but if you want more browning, place the pan under the broiler for a couple minutes at the end.
- Finish with toppings. This is optional, but I like to place pats of butter over the roasted sweet potatoes while they’re still hot, and let it melt. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and thyme, and stir again. Enjoy!
My Tips For The Best Texture
- Cut potato cubes to the same size, and not too big. This ensures that the cubes cook at the same rate. I cut the potatoes into 1-inch chunks, which is a good size to have lots of caramelized edges and not have the whole process take too long.
- Should you peel sweet potatoes before roasting? I leave the skin on my oven roasted sweet potatoes, but it’s up to you. I prefer to keep the nutrients in the skin.
- If you have time, soak the sweet potato cubes in cold water for 30 minutes before roasting. I don’t always do this, but this step removes excess starch and makes your roasted sweet potatoes more crispy. When I can plan ahead, I do this overnight. Just pat dry before seasoning.
- Don’t crowd the pan too much. Two layers in my baking dish is perfect when I stir halfway through, but more than that leads to steaming.
- You can also use a baking sheet instead for even more browning. In this case, stirring is less important if the potatoes are in a single layer, but I still usually do.
- Don’t use parchment paper. This is not necessary for a baking dish anyway, but even if using a sheet pan, leave it unlined or use foil and grease well. I’ve found that the sweet potatoes don’t brown as well on parchment paper.
- I only recommend minced garlic if using my baking dish setup here. If you roast sweet potatoes in a thinner layer on a baking sheet, the garlic will burn and it’s better to use garlic powder. But when I use a baking dish like shown here and have the spuds a bit more crowded, I find the garlic does fine and doesn’t burn.
- You can also bake sweet potatoes together with hearty veggies. All kinds of root vegetables or even brussels sprouts work well. I don’t recommend softer, more watery veggies because they’ll overcook by the time the potatoes are done.
Recipe Video
Ingredients
Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.
Basic Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
- 24 oz Sweet potatoes (cut into 1-inch cubes) ▢
- 3 tbsp Olive oil (plus more for greasing the baking dish) ▢
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar (optional; I used Besti brown sugar substitute , but you can use regular brown sugar, honey, maple syrup, or omit altogether) ▢
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced) ▢
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon ▢
- 1/2 tsp Sea salt ▢
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper ▢
Optional Toppings:
- 2 tbsp Butter ▢
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped) ▢
- 1 tbsp Fresh thyme ▢
Instructions
Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.
- If you have time, soak the potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes , or overnight in the fridge. Drain and pat dry. You can skip the soaking step, but it makes the sweet potatoes more crispy.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (218 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish with olive oil.
- Arrange the sweet potato cubes in an even layer in the baking dish. Add olive oil, brown sugar or Besti Brown (if using), minced garlic, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Stir to evenly coat the sweet potatoes.
- Roast sweet potatoes in the oven for about 35-40 minutes , stirring gently halfway through, until the potatoes are fork-tender and lightly browned. If they are tender but you want more browning, broil for about 2 minutes .
- If using optional toppings: Place pats of butter over the roasted sweet potatoes while they are still hot and let it melt. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and thyme. Stir to coat.
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Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 cup
- Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get the best texture in your roasted sweet potatoes.
- Store: Keep leftovers in the refrigerator up to 4-5 days. They’re pretty good reheated, or you can toss them into soups or my breakfast sweet potato hash .
- Meal prep: Cut the sweet potato cubes ahead and store them submerged in a covered bowl of water in the fridge. Not only does this prevent browning, it also helps make your potatoes crispy when you cook them! Drain and pat dry before roasting.
- Reheat: I usually pop the roasted sweet potatoes in the oven again, this time at 350 degrees F instead of 400. For smaller batches, I use my air fryer. The microwave works okay, but leaves them mushy.
- Freeze: You can freeze leftover sweet potatoes for up to 3 months. They do lose their crispness, though.
- Note on nutrition info: I used Besti Brown (my natural brown sugar substitute) for the brown sugar, but you can use regular brown sugar, maple syrup, honey, or omit the sweetener altogether.
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Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Serving Ideas
This easy side dish can truly go with everything! I’ve served it as a side on its own, or turned it into other roasted sweet potato dishes. Here are some pairing ideas depending on the occasion:
- Weeknight Meals – Chicken is the most popular option at my house, from pan-fried chicken thighs to air fryer chicken wings to chicken leg quarters . If you want a different protein, try my juicy sirloin steak recipe , smothered pork chops , or baked salmon .
- Thanksgiving – While my sweet potato casserole is a bit more traditional, I often prefer to roast sweet potatoes because it leaves me more time to make my Thanksgiving turkey or slow cooker turkey breast .
- Christmas – If you celebrate, these go well with crab legs , lobster thermidor , bacon wrapped filet mignon , or my sea bass recipe as a centerpiece.
- Bowls – These can make a nice base for a bowl meal (like my Big Mac bowls ), or just an addition to Korean beef bowls , salmon bowls , or poke bowls , served over brown rice or cauliflower rice .
- Salads – I like adding roasted sweet potatoes to salads to make them more hearty. They’re the perfect addition to my spinach bacon salad or kale salad ! You can also swap them for squash in my butternut squash salad or favorite fall salad .
- Breakfast – I love these on the side with cloud eggs , baked eggs , or an omelette . You can even tuck them inside my eggs benedict casserole !
Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List
- Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?
- The Basic Keto Meal Formula
- Understanding Macros
- Keto Food Swaps
- Keto Food List
- Electrolyte Basics
- Keto Diet Types
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- Recipe Reviews
Even though I have a great guide to starting a keto diet , people often ask me for a quick keto cheat sheet they can use. That’s why I created this simple keto diet cheat sheet , so that you can have all the info you need handy. We’ll cover the basic keto formula for building meals, foods to eat and to avoid, delicious keto swaps for high-carb foods, electrolyte basics, and 4 ways to follow the keto lifestyle.
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The Basic Keto Meal Formula
Eating keto doesn’t have to be complicated! While there are plenty of delicious easy keto recipes to choose from, you don’t even have to cook from a recipe to get started.
Simply follow the keto cheat sheet formula of protein + veggie + fat for your meals.
Be sure to choose a moderate amount of protein, only low carb vegetables (mostly ones that grow above ground), and generous fat to attain an optimal macro ratio. That’s approximately 60-75% of calories from fat, 20-25% protein, and 5-10% from carbohydrates. The table below will give you ideas for what to choose.
| Pick A Protein | Pick A Veggie | Add Fat |
|---|---|---|
| Beef Chicken Pork Eggs Lamb Turkey Fish Shellfish Protein powder Venison | Cauliflower Broccoli Zucchini Leafy Greens Cucumbers Brussels Sprouts Cabbage Asparagus Radishes Bell Peppers Jicama Celery | Butter Avocado Oil Cheese Bacon Avocado Lard Ghee Mayo Nuts MCT Oil |
Understanding Macros
Macros are macronutrients for short. They include fat, protein, and carbohydrates.
You can calculate your own macros using the macro calculator , but the macro keto cheat sheet below will explain how to look at macros when following a keto lifestyle.
Carbs Are A Limit.
Keeping carbs low is what gets you into ketosis and keeps you there. Ketosis means that you’re using fat as your primary energy source instead of sugar, and requires keeping carbs very low.
A good starting point is 20-25 grams net carbs per day, but you can experiment after a few weeks to see if your body stays in ketosis at higher levels. People who are very active may be able to do more and stay in ketosis, up to around 50 grams per day.
“Carbs are a limit” means that you set a limit for how many carbs to eat per day and don’t exceed it. You don’t have to hit that limit, so if you’re under that’s okay, just don’t go over. Ideally most of your carbs would come from low carb vegetables, and if you’re eating enough veggies, you’ll usually get close to the limit naturally.
A common misconception is that reaching ketosis requires a certain macro ratio, but it’s really only restricting your carb intake that gets you there [ * ]. In the absence of sufficient carbs to use as energy, the body will switch to using fat as fuel. This is called the metabolic state of ketosis.
Protein Is A Goal.
Protein is made up of amino acids, the building blocks of all our cells. It’s a crucial for keeping our muscles strong and for many cellular functions [ * ].
“Protein is a goal” means that you always want to eat enough protein to reach the goal each day, but not exceed it too much. You want enough for your needs, but excess protein can trigger gluconeogenesis, which is protein being converted to sugar [ * ] and can kick you out of ketosis.
Fat Is A Lever.
Fat is the primary macronutrient in a keto lifestyle, because being in ketosis means that fat is your primary fuel source. Fat as a fuel source will come from your food, and if you are losing weight, from your body.
A big advantage of a keto lifestyle is the high fat intake. It keeps you full and satisfied, making it easier to stick to, and using it as the primary fuel source makes it easier on your body to burn body fat, with a lower chance of breaking down your muscle (provided you get enough protein).
Aside from reaching your protein goal and limiting your carbs, the remainder of your calories on a keto diet comes from fat.
Don’t fear fat – it’s your main energy source on keto, and getting enough of it trains your body to use fat for fuel instead of sugar. That means that as long as you are not overdoing your overall calorie intake, you’ll efficiently burn your body fat for fuel as well.
“Fat is a lever” means that you can increase or decrease your fat intake depending on your goals and hunger levels. Increase it (along with exercise) to gain muscle, or decrease it to lose weight.
Keto Food Swaps
One of my favorite challenges is creating recipes, or just discovering, keto food swaps. These are delicious keto replacements for traditionally high-carb or high-sugar foods.
So, I created this keto diet cheat sheet with all the swaps in one place! I also have more keto food swaps in my Easy Keto Cookbook .
Keto Swaps For Breakfast
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Pancakes | Almond flour pancakes or coconut flour pancakes |
| Oatmeal | Keto oatmeal with hemp seeds |
| Cinnamon rolls | Fathead cinnamon rolls |
| Cereal | Keto nut granola |
| Muffins | Almond flour muffins or coconut flour muffins |
| Donuts | Almond flour donuts |
| Scones | Almond flour scones |
| High-sugar smoothies | Smoothie with berries or avocado |
| Hash browns | Cauliflower hash browns |
| Breakfast casserole | Breakfast casserole with no potatoes |
| Egg whites | Whole eggs |
| Turkey bacon | Bacon |
| Waffles | Chaffles |
Keto Swaps For Bread
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Bagels | Fathead bagels |
| English muffin | Almond flour English muffin |
| White bread | Keto white bread |
| Multigrain bread | Coconut flour bread with seeds |
| Tortillas for wraps | Coconut flour tortillas |
| Corn taco shells | Cheddar cheese taco shells |
| Burger buns | Oopsie rolls , portobello mushroom caps |
| Breadsticks | Cauliflower breadsticks |
| Biscuits | Almond flour biscuits |
| Cornbread | Almond flour cornbread |
| Croutons | Parmesan crisps |
| Rice | Cauliflower rice , konjac rice |
Keto Swaps For Meals & Side Dishes
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Breaded wings | Crispy air fryer wings (unbreaded) |
| Low-fat meat & poultry | High-fat cuts, or cook low-fat cuts with fat |
| Mashed potatoes | Mashed cauliflower |
| Roasted potatoes | Roasted or fried radishes |
| Tacos | Taco salad |
| Pizza | Fathead crust , chicken crust , or cauliflower crust pizza |
| Lasagna | Eggplant lasagna |
| Potato salad | Cauliflower “potato” salad |
| French fries | Jicama , rutabaga , or zucchini fries |
| Tater tots | Cauliflower tots |
| Wraps | Lettuce wraps , almond flour tortillas |
| Sushi | Naruto-style or homemade rice-free sushi |
| Breaded chicken or fish | Breaded cuts with almond flour or pork rinds |
| Spaghetti | Zoodles , spaghetti squash , shirataki noodles, kelp noodles |
Keto Swaps For Snacks & Sauces
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Nachos | Cheese crisps |
| High-sugar fruit | Berries & other keto fruits |
| Crackers | Almond flour crackers |
| Hummus | Cauliflower hummus |
| Soft pretzels | Fathead pretzels |
| Popcorn | Puffed cheese |
| Granola bars | Grain-free granola bars |
| Jam | Sugar-free berry chia jam |
| Sweet fruity yogurt | Full-fat plain Greek yogurt with berries |
| Sweet salad dressing | Ranch , blue cheese , or plain vinaigrette |
| Ketchup | Mustard and/or sugar-free ketchup |
| BBQ sauce | Sugar-free BBQ sauce |
| Sweetened peanut butter | Natural, sugar-free nut butters |
| Light mayo | Avocado oil mayo |
| Maple syrup | Sugar-free, maple flavored syrup |
| Potato chips | Zucchini chips , pepperoni chips , pork rinds |
Keto Swaps For Cooking & Baking
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Sugar | Monk fruit or allulose |
| Powdered sugar | Powdered monk fruit or allulose |
| White flour | Almond or Coconut flour (use in tested recipes) |
| Making baked goods soft/chewy | Xanthan gum, flax seed meal, psyllium husk powder |
| Breadcrumbs | Pork rinds or almond flour |
| Margarine | Butter, coconut oil, or ghee |
| Vegetable oil | Olive or avocado oil |
| Bananas | Banana extract |
| Chocolate chips | Sugar-free chocolate chips |
| Cornstarch or flour roux | Xanthan gum or gelatin powder (used at the end) |
| Simple syrup | Dissolve monk fruit allulose blend in water over heat |
Keto Swaps For Drinks
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Lemonade | Water with lemon |
| Soda | Flavored sparkling water |
| Milk | Almond milk, coconut milk, heavy cream |
| Latte | Butter coffee |
| Coffee creamer | Heavy cream |
| Sweet wine | Dry wine |
| Beer | Ultra light beer |
| Mixed drinks | Hard liquor with soda + lemon |
If you’re looking specifically for keto alcohol options, browse the full keto alcohol guide .
Keto Food List
When looking for a keto cheat sheet printable, the most-requested information is a keto food list.
The great thing is that keto doesn’t have to feel restrictive. It’s incredibly satisfying and there’s such a wide variety of foods you can eat!
Foods To Eat On Keto
- Leafy greens – Such as spinach, chard, and lettuce.
- Above-ground veggies – Such as peppers, zucchini, and cauliflower.
- Full-fat cream & cheese – Such as heavy cream, sour cream, and full-fat hard cheeses.
- Natural meats – Such as beef, lamb, and pork.
- Berries – Such as raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries.
- Avocados
- Unsweetened nut milks – Such as almond milk and coconut milk.
- Almond flour and coconut flour
- Eggs
- Healthy fats – Such as coconut oil, avocado oil, olive oil and butter.
Foods To Avoid On Keto
- White flour & sugar
- Rice & grains – Such as barley, wheat, and corn.
- Milk & yogurt – Such as fruit on the bottom yogurt, sweetened Greek yogurt, and all milk.
- Cereal
- Processed food – Such as granola bars, candy
- Most fruit – Such as apples, bananas, and grapes
- Hydrogenated fats – Such as vegetable oil, soybean oil, and margarine
- Sweetened beverages & condiments – Such as soda, ketchup, and sweet dressings
- Starchy veggies – Such as peas, carrots, and beets.
- Potatoes – Such as sweet potatoes and white potatoes.
That’s the short keto diet cheat sheet version of all the keto food categories, but I recommend downloading the full Keto Cheat Sheet System. It includes a super detailed printable keto food list with over 100 items, including 2 color-coded pages with net carb counts, along with 6 more pages of keto cheat sheets:
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Electrolyte Basics
Getting enough electrolytes is crucial for anyone, but especially so on a keto diet. The reason is that ketosis has a diuretic effect, which increases excretion of water and electrolytes, especially sodium [ * ]. This is often the cause of the keto flu.
For more details on electrolytes and avoiding keto flu, check out the full keto flu guide here .
The important thing to know about electrolytes is that replenishing them will keep keto flu away and keep your body functioning well. I always recommend an electrolyte drink and whole food sources of anything your body needs before resorting to supplements, so I made a list of what to eat to get each of the 3 major electrolytes – sodium, magnesium and potassium.
Here’s your keto diet cheat sheet for getting electrolytes from food:
| Sodium | Magnesium | Potassium |
|---|---|---|
| Bone broth Boullion cubes Bacon Salted nuts Pickles | Seaweed Seeds Nuts Avocado Leafy greens | Potassium chloride Avocado Bone broth Spinach Broccoli Mushrooms Beef Pork |
Keto Diet Types
People follow a keto lifestyle for different reasons. Some do it just to lose weight, others are after better overall health, increased energy, and reduced inflammation.
Strictly speaking, the defining factor of a keto diet is the metabolic state of ketosis, which is achieved by restricting carbs. However, many people (myself included) also reduce or eliminate processed, inflammatory, or low-nutrient foods.
Below is your keto cheat sheet summary of the different ways that people follow keto. You choose what works best for your goals and lifestyle!
- Strict Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, count all calories and macros, and eat clean, unprocessed foods.
- Lazy Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, and track only net carbs OR eat keto foods without tracking.
- Dirty Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, with “if it fits your macros” approach including processed foods.
- Low Carb – Up to 50-100g net carbs daily, less strict.
For a more detailed listing of these different types of keto with pros and cons, grab the Easy Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF below!
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Get all this information and MORE in convenient printer-friendly format – 13 cheat sheet pages you can take with you anywhere or keep in your kitchen, plus 4 recipe cookbooks! Includes:
- Keto food list (230+ foods) – Super detailed & color-coded, with net carb counts, so you’ll know exactly what to eat.
- Foods to avoid on keto – Detailed and specific list so that you know exactly what to watch out for.
- Macros cheat sheet – Explains everything you need to know about macros to succeed on keto.
- Keto food swaps (60+ swaps) – Covers virtually every food you love, so you don’t have to miss out!
- Keto meal formula – With specific food ideas, so it’s easy to mix-and-match.
- Keto flu guide – Understand what it is and exactly how to avoid it.
- Electrolyte cheat sheet – With whole food ideas + bonus keto tips.
- Keto Diet Types – Summary of 4 ways to do keto, so you can choose what fits you best.
- FOUR (4!) Keto Swaps Recipe EBooks – Dozens of recipes to replace bread, rice, potatoes, pasta, desserts, and other carbs you’d otherwise miss.
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Roasted Sweet Potatoes (Crispy & Easy)
My roasted sweet potatoes recipe takes it up a notch with garlic, cinnamon, and herbs. Crispy on the outside, creamy inside, and so easy!
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Ingredients
Basic Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
- 24 oz Sweet potatoes (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil (plus more for greasing the baking dish)
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar (optional; I used Besti brown sugar substitute , but you can use regular brown sugar, honey, maple syrup, or omit altogether)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp Sea salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
Optional Toppings:
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tbsp Fresh thyme
Instructions
- If you have time, soak the potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes , or overnight in the fridge. Drain and pat dry. You can skip the soaking step, but it makes the sweet potatoes more crispy.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (218 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish with olive oil.
- Arrange the sweet potato cubes in an even layer in the baking dish. Add olive oil, brown sugar or Besti Brown (if using), minced garlic, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Stir to evenly coat the sweet potatoes.
- Roast sweet potatoes in the oven for about 35-40 minutes , stirring gently halfway through, until the potatoes are fork-tender and lightly browned. If they are tender but you want more browning, broil for about 2 minutes .
- If using optional toppings: Place pats of butter over the roasted sweet potatoes while they are still hot and let it melt. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and thyme. Stir to coat.
Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 cup
- Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get the best texture in your roasted sweet potatoes.
- Store: Keep leftovers in the refrigerator up to 4-5 days. They’re pretty good reheated, or you can toss them into soups or my breakfast sweet potato hash .
- Meal prep: Cut the sweet potato cubes ahead and store them submerged in a covered bowl of water in the fridge. Not only does this prevent browning, it also helps make your potatoes crispy when you cook them! Drain and pat dry before roasting.
- Reheat: I usually pop the roasted sweet potatoes in the oven again, this time at 350 degrees F instead of 400. For smaller batches, I use my air fryer. The microwave works okay, but leaves them mushy.
- Freeze: You can freeze leftover sweet potatoes for up to 3 months. They do lose their crispness, though.
- Note on nutrition info: I used Besti Brown (my natural brown sugar substitute) for the brown sugar, but you can use regular brown sugar, maple syrup, honey, or omit the sweetener altogether.
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