Description
A deliciously warm and comforting side dish featuring cubed sweet potatoes and apples roasted with cinnamon, nutmeg, and maple syrup for a naturally sweet and spiced flavor perfect for fall or holiday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Produce
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 large apples, cored and cubed
Pantry
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes and Apples: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with the cored and cubed apples. Drizzle the mixture with olive oil and toss to coat all pieces evenly, ensuring they roast well.
- Season: Sprinkle the ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper evenly over the sweet potatoes and apples. Drizzle the maple syrup on top and toss everything again to evenly distribute the warm spices and natural sweetness.
- Roast: Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes and apples in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking, until the sweet potatoes are tender and the apples are caramelized and slightly golden.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for a few minutes. Serve warm as a flavorful side dish that pairs wonderfully with poultry, pork, or as part of a vegetarian meal.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, spread the sweet potatoes and apples out with some space between pieces to encourage better roasting.
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey if preferred.
- Adding chopped pecans or walnuts on top before roasting introduces a delightful crunch.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free and vegetarian.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
