Spicy Sweet Roasted Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Craving a sweet and spicy treat? These irresistible roasted sweet potatoes are bursting with flavor! The perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy will have you reaching for more. This easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a delicious side dish. Get ready for a flavor explosion that's hard to resist – you might need to double the recipe!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 114.7 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.9 (9 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spicy Sweet Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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How to Make Spicy Sweet Roasted Sweet Potatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine sweet potatoes, olive oil, maple syrup, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss until sweet potatoes are evenly coated.
  3. Spread sweet potato cubes in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 20 minutes, then gently toss the sweet potatoes. Continue roasting for another 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized, flipping halfway through.
  5. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

3g

Carbs

5g