Walnut Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes
220kcal
Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes and Seasoning
- 3 medium sweet potatoes Clean and cut into ½-inch thick rounds
- ⅓ cup melted unsalted butter Use room-temperature melted butter for even coating.
- 1.5 teaspoons cinnamon (divided) 1 teaspoon for seasoning, ½ teaspoon for topping.
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Walnut Maple Topping
- ⅓ cup maple syrup Plus 2 tablespoons for topping.
- ⅓ cup chopped walnuts
- 1 teaspoon thyme Can switch with rosemary for different flavor.
Method
Preparation
- Clean and cut the sweet potatoes into ½-inch thick rounds. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Season the Sweet Potatoes
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet potato slices with melted butter, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Alternatively, place the ingredients in a ziplock bag, seal it, and shake to combine.
Arrange for Roasting
- Lay the seasoned sweet potato slices in a single layer on a baking tray, ensuring there’s space between each slice.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, checking for fork tenderness as the baking time nears completion.
Prepare the Topping
- While the sweet potatoes roast, mix the maple syrup, chopped walnuts, the remaining ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, and thyme in a bowl.
Add the Topping
- Remove the baking tray from the oven. Top each sweet potato slice with about 1 teaspoon of the walnut and maple mixture.
- Return the tray to the oven and bake for an additional 8–10 minutes, or until the topping caramelizes and the edges of the sweet potatoes turn golden.
Serve and Enjoy
- Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Serve as is, or for added flavor, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top.
Nutrition
Serving1gCalories220kcalCarbohydrates35gProtein3gFat10gSaturated Fat4gSodium200mgFiber4gSugar10g
Notes
Cut slices to an even ½-inch thickness for uniform cooking. Don't crowd the pan. Topping can be added near the end for caramelization.