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    5 Ingredient Roasted Sliced Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar

    Published: Nov 28, 2021 · Modified: Jul 18, 2024 by burntapple · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Mmm!!! These delicious roasted sliced sweet potatoes with brown sugar glaze will quickly become a favorite. Enjoy fresh sweet potatoes, a hint of brown sugar and spices in every bite!

    A rectangular white serving platter filled with roasted sliced sweet potatoes. The sweet potato slices are a golden brown color and have crispy edges. Some slices have a sprinkle of a brown sugary substance on top.

    Making roasted sliced sweet potatoes

    At Thanksgiving many families enjoy a sweet potato casserole with mashed sweet potatoes, butter, brown sugar and marshmallows. This one I made is a little different. I am not a fan of the sugar laden casserole, so I made sweet potatoes and kept a little bit of spice and sweetness. They came out perfect! For a complete Thanksgiving dinner with minimal ingredients, I opt to serve buttermilk brined turkey breast, cranberry sauce, and stuffed apples for dessert.

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    • Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar

    Ingredients

    This sweet potatoes only need a few ingredients and include less sugar that it's traditional sweet potato casserole friend.

    • Sweet potatoes
    • Butter
    • Brown Sugar
    • Cinnamon
    • Chili or cayenne powder

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Lightly grease then set aside.
    • Melt the butter in the microwave or on the stovetop.
    • Place the brown sugar, cinnamon, salt and chili or cayenne in a ziploc bag.
    • Toss the potatoes in the butter than place the potatoes inside the Ziploc bag and toss in the coating. Arrange potatoes on the baking sheet.
    • Bake at 425 degrees for 20-25 minutes, flipping once halfway through. Potatoes are done when lightly browned and fork tender.

    Substitutions

    Because I deal with food intolerances, I want to make sure everyone can enjoy these potatoes at Thanksgiving! Here are some substitutions you can make for your needs:

    • Gluten free: This recipe is naturally gluten free if you make it as is.
    • Dairy free: You will want to substitute dairy free butter for this recipe.
    • Vegan: Make sure you substitute a plant based butter in place of the butter in this recipe.
    • Low sugar: You can substitute a sugar free brown sugar in place of the sugar.

    Storage

    Store any leftover roasted sweet potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes or until warmed through.

    FAQ

    Can I use a different type of potato?

    Yes, you can substitute yams in place of the sweet potato if desired.

    Can I omit the spices?

    Yes, you can. But I like the cinnamon to balance the sugar and butter. If you aren't wanting the slight bit of heat, then omit the cayenne or chili powder.

    A rectangular white serving platter filled with roasted sliced sweet potatoes. The sweet potato slices are a golden brown color and have crispy edges. Some slices have a sprinkle of a brown sugary substance on top.

    Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar

    Traci Wennerholm
    These roasted sweet potatoes will quickly become a holiday or side dish favorite with fresh sweet potatoes, a hint of brown sugar and spices.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
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    Total Time 30 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 248 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 whole sweet potatoes cubed
    • 8 tablespoons melted butter
    • 4 tablespoons brown sugar
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • ¼-1/2 teaspoon chili powder or cayenne pepper optional
    • 1 teaspoon salt

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the Oven
    • Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and lightly grease it. Set aside.
    • Melt the Butter
    • Melt the butter in the microwave or on the stovetop.
    • Prepare the Seasoning
    • In a Ziploc bag, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and chili or cayenne pepper.
    • Coat the Potatoes
    • Toss the sliced sweet potatoes in the melted butter until they are well coated. Place the butter-coated potatoes into the Ziploc bag with the seasoning mixture. Seal the bag and toss to evenly coat the potatoes.
    • Arrange on Baking Sheet
    • Arrange the coated sweet potato slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
    • Bake the Potatoes
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping the potatoes once halfway through the cooking time. The potatoes are done when they are lightly browned and fork-tender.

    Notes

    See notes in post for information on storing and substitutions for dietary needs and preferences. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 248kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 0.3gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 765mgPotassium: 28mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 843IUVitamin C: 0.04mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 0.1mg
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