Description
This Walnut Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes recipe features tender sweet potato slices roasted to perfection and topped with a delicious caramelized maple syrup and walnut mixture. The combination of warm cinnamon, fresh thyme, and crunchy walnuts creates a flavorful side dish perfect for fall or any cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 3 medium sweet potatoes
Seasoning & Topping
- â…“ cup melted unsalted butter
- 1.5 teaspoons cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- â…“ cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup (for topping)
- â…“ cup chopped walnuts
- 1 teaspoon thyme
Instructions
- Clean and cut sweet potatoes: Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and slice them into ½-inch rounds, leaving the skin on or peeling them as per your preference.
- Preheat oven: Heat your oven to 200°C (400°F) to prepare for roasting the sweet potatoes.
- Season sweet potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato slices with the melted unsalted butter, 1.5 teaspoons of cinnamon, salt, and pepper ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Bake sweet potatoes: Arrange the seasoned sweet potato slices on a baking tray in a single layer and roast them in the oven for 25-30 minutes until they become tender.
- Prepare maple walnut topping: While the sweet potatoes bake, combine â…“ cup maple syrup, chopped walnuts, cinnamon, and thyme in a small bowl to create the flavorful topping.
- Top sweet potatoes: Remove the roasted sweet potatoes from the oven and evenly spoon the maple walnut mixture over each slice.
- Caramelize topping: Return the baking tray to the oven and roast the sweet potatoes with the topping for an additional 8-10 minutes until the maple syrup caramelizes and walnuts toast slightly.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve warm. Optionally, sprinkle with feta cheese for a creamy contrast if desired.
Notes
- Peeling the sweet potatoes is optional; leaving the skin on adds extra texture and nutrients.
- Adjust cinnamon and maple syrup amounts based on your preferred sweetness and spice level.
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with melted coconut oil or a plant-based butter alternative.
- Do not overcrowd the baking tray to ensure even roasting and caramelization.
- This dish pairs well with roasted meats or as a vegetarian entree alongside a salad.
