Description
Walnut Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes
A sweet-savory symphony of caramelized edges, toasty nuts, and maple-kissed warmth
Ingredients
Main Players:
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6 medium sweet potatoes (peeled, 1″ cubes)
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⅔ cup unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for vegan)
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⅔ cup + 4 tbsp pure maple syrup (Grade A)
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⅔ cup chopped walnuts (toasted!)
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2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
Spice Mix:
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3 tsp cinnamon
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1 tsp salt
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1 tsp black pepper (freshly cracked)
Instructions
1. Prep & Preheat
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
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Peel and cube sweet potatoes (1″ pieces for even cooking).
2. Coat the Potatoes
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In a large bowl, toss sweet potatoes with melted butter, ⅔ cup maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until fully coated.
3. Roast to Perfection
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Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet.
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Roast 15 minutes, then flip/stir.
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Roast another 15-20 minutes until fork-tender and caramelized.
4. Add Walnuts & Thyme
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In the last 10 minutes, sprinkle walnuts and thyme over the potatoes.
5. The Grand Finish
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Drizzle with remaining 4 tbsp maple syrup right out of the oven. Let rest 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30-35 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 cal Per Serving
- Sugar: 20g
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g