Roasted Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes and Apples Recipe
Delight in this comforting and flavorful Roasted Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes and Apples recipe, perfect as a sweet and savory side dish. Tender sweet potatoes and juicy apples are roasted to golden perfection with warm cinnamon and a hint of maple syrup, making it an ideal dish for fall or any time you want a cozy, nutritious treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Produce
- 4 cups sweet potato – peeled and cut into 1” cubes
- 2 cups apples – cut into 1” cubes (about 2–3 apples)
Pantry
- 2 Tbsp olive oil – divided
- ½ tsp salt – divided
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare Vegetables and Fruit: Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Chop the apples into similar 1-inch cubes, keeping the peel on or off according to your preference.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Coat Sweet Potatoes: In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet potato cubes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and half the salt. Toss well to ensure even coating over all pieces.
- Initial Roasting: Spread the coated sweet potatoes evenly on the prepared baking sheet and roast on the lower rack of the oven for 20 minutes to start softening and browning.
- Combine Apples and Seasoning: Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and return them to the mixing bowl. Add the chopped apples, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, and the rest of the salt. Toss all ingredients thoroughly to mix flavors.
- Final Roasting: Spread the sweet potato and apple mixture back onto the baking sheet in an even layer. Roast for another 20 minutes, flipping halfway through with a spatula, until edges are golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Serve: Once done, remove from oven and serve warm as a delicious side dish or a cozy snack.
Notes
- Feel free to use your favorite variety of apples; sweeter varieties like Fuji or Gala work well for this recipe.
- For an extra touch of richness, you can sprinkle some chopped pecans or walnuts over the mixture before the final roasting.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted chicken or pork for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
