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Perfectly Crispy Roasted Sweet Potatoes: The Best Way to Roast Sweet Potatoes

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Make roasted sweet potatoes that are crispy on the outside, tender inside, and perfectly caramelized. This easy sweet potato side dish works for weeknight meals or holiday spreads.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Optional Glaze: 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. This high temperature helps achieve crispiness.
  2. Place the cubed sweet potatoes in a large bowl.
  3. Drizzle the sweet potatoes with olive oil. Toss them until they are evenly coated.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Sprinkle this seasoning mix over the potatoes and toss again until the seasoning is distributed.
  5. Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Do not overcrowd the pan; use two sheets if necessary. Overcrowding steams the potatoes instead of roasting them, preventing crispiness.
  6. Roast for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove the pan from the oven. If you are using the optional glaze, drizzle the maple syrup or honey over the potatoes now and toss gently.
  8. Return the pan to the oven and roast for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are caramelized and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  9. Serve immediately as a quick side dish or healthy roasted veggie option.

Notes

  • For the crispiest roasted sweet potatoes, make sure your oven is fully preheated to 425F before the potatoes go in.
  • Cut the sweet potato pieces to a uniform size so they cook evenly.
  • If you prefer a sweeter flavor profile for your sweet potato holiday side, increase the maple syrup to 1 tablespoon during the last 10 minutes of cooking.

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