Walnut Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the warm and comforting flavors of Walnut Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes. This delightful side dish features tender roasted sweet potatoes, enhanced by a luscious maple syrup glaze and topped with crunchy caramelized walnuts. The aromatic hints of cinnamon and thyme create a unique flavor profile that will impress your family and friends, making it perfect for festive gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, ensuring a wholesome addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium sweet potatoes
- ⅓ cup melted unsalted butter
- 1.5 teaspoons cinnamon (divided)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ⅓ cup maple syrup + 2 tablespoons
- ⅓ cup chopped walnuts
- 1 teaspoon thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Clean and slice the sweet potatoes into ½-inch thick rounds.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sweet potato slices with melted butter, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly coated.
- Arrange the slices in a single layer on a baking tray and roast for 25–30 minutes or until fork-tender.
- While roasting, mix together the maple syrup, chopped walnuts, remaining cinnamon, and thyme.
- Once sweet potatoes are done, top each slice with the walnut mixture and bake for an additional 8–10 minutes until caramelized.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/4 of recipe (130g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg