Savory Maple Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cranberries
This cozy and colorful dish features caramelized sweet potatoes paired with tart cranberries and a warm maple finish, perfect for weeknights and holiday tables.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 180kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes, cut into chunks Pick firm, smooth-skinned potatoes.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 to 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt Adjust based on taste.
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup fresh cranberries Add during the last 10 minutes of roasting.
- 2 to 3 tablespoons maple syrup Drizzle before serving.
Optional Toppings
- to taste chopped pecans or fresh thyme For added crunch and flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Toss sweet potato chunks with olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture in a single layer on a parchment-lined sheet pan.
- Roast for 20 minutes.
Cooking
- Stir the potatoes, then add the fresh cranberries.
- Roast for another 10 to 12 minutes until the potatoes are tender and cranberries have softened.
- In a small bowl, mix maple syrup, a splash of orange juice, and a pinch of cinnamon or smoked paprika.
- Drizzle the mixture over the hot tray, toss gently, and finish with chopped pecans or fresh thyme, if desired.
Notes
Patting the potato pieces dry before roasting ensures crisp edges. Avoid crowding the pan to achieve caramelization.