Description
This Walnut Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes recipe features tender, cinnamon-spiced sweet potato rounds baked to perfection and topped with a luscious maple syrup and walnut mixture. The natural sweetness of the potatoes combined with crunchy walnuts and fragrant thyme creates a deliciously comforting side dish ideal for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 3 medium Sweet Potatoes
Seasoning
- â…“ cup Melted Unsalted Butter
- 1.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Pepper
Maple Walnut Topping
- â…“ cup Maple Syrup
- 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup
- â…“ cup Chopped Walnuts
- 1 teaspoon Thyme
Instructions
- Clean and cut sweet potatoes: Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and slice them into 1/2-inch rounds. You may leave the skin on or peel them according to your preference.
- Preheat oven: Set your oven to 200°C (400°F) to prepare for baking.
- Season sweet potatoes: In a large bowl, combine the sliced sweet potatoes with the melted unsalted butter, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to ensure each slice is evenly coated.
- Bake sweet potatoes: Arrange the seasoned sweet potato slices in a single layer on a baking tray. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Prepare maple walnut topping: While the sweet potatoes are baking, mix together â…“ cup maple syrup, chopped walnuts, remaining 2 tablespoons maple syrup, cinnamon, and thyme in a small bowl to create the topping.
- Top sweet potatoes: Remove the baking tray from the oven and spoon the maple walnut mixture evenly over each sweet potato slice.
- Caramelize topping: Return the tray to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until the topping becomes caramelized and sticky.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm. Optionally, add a sprinkle of feta cheese for extra flavor and creaminess.
Notes
- Leaving the skin on the sweet potatoes adds texture and nutrients, but peeling is fine if preferred.
- Use unsalted butter to control the sodium level in the dish.
- The cinnamon enhances the natural sweetness of the potatoes, but you can adjust the amount to taste.
- For a crunchier topping, toast the chopped walnuts lightly before mixing.
- This dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats or can be served as a stand-alone vegetarian side.
- Feta cheese is optional but provides a nice tangy contrast to the sweet flavors.
