Brown Sugar Glazed Roasted Sweet Potatoes
These tender roasted sweet potato cubes are coated in a rich brown sugar and cinnamon glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven. It is a simple yet stunning holiday side that satisfies both sweet and savory cravings.
Caramelized sweet potato cubes roasted in a brown sugar cinnamon glaze that taste like dessert but work perfectly as a side.
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Ingredients
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glaze
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Instructions
Prep and Preheat
Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into uniform 1-inch cubes so they cook evenly. Uniform sizing is the key to getting every piece perfectly tender at the same time.
Coat in Glaze
In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and kosher salt until the sugar begins to dissolve. Add the sweet potato cubes and toss vigorously until every piece is evenly coated in the spiced glaze mixture.
Roast Until Caramelized
Spread the coated sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure no pieces are touching. Roast for 15 minutes, then flip each piece and roast for another 10 to 15 minutes until the edges are caramelized and sticky and the centers are completely tender.
Serve Warm
Remove from the oven and let the sweet potatoes cool on the pan for 3 to 5 minutes as the glaze will be extremely hot. Transfer carefully to a serving dish and scrape all the caramelized glaze from the parchment onto the potatoes. Serve warm for the best flavor.
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