Crispy on the outside, melting in the inside – You get the best of both worlds! These melt-in-your-mouth baked sweet potatoes are tossed in butter, salt, pepper, and cinnamon, then baked in the oven for a luscious side dish with minimal effort. The key here is the thickness consistency: too thin, and you get sweet potato chips with burnt edges, too thick, and you get a regular baked sweet potato. We found that the preferred range lies between 3/4- to 1-inch-thick sweet potato rounds. They’re perfect with roasted poultry or beef roasts – a must for the holidays. Enjoy!
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Ingredients list for the Baked Sweet Potatoes
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 sprig of fresh thyme + for garnish (optional)
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How to bake the sweet potatoes
This recipe is easy, and sweet potatoes cook quickly because we’re slicing them to even thickness. This is good for the roasting time AND the presentation!
- Prep the sweet potatoes – Preheat the oven to 4250F (220ºC) and arrange sliced sweet potatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with melted butter, season with salt, pepper, and cinnamon, then toss to coat and spread in a single layer.
- Bake – Bake the sweet potato rounds, flipping once, until crisp on the edges and tender inside.
- Finish & serve – Transfer the sweet potatoes to a platter, garnish with thyme, and serve warm.
Make sure to check the detailed instructions in the recipe card below
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Tips for the baked sweet potatoes recipe
These baked sweet potatoes are a gorgeous side dish that pairs well with so many festive meals.
- You will love these baked sweet potatoes with roasted chicken or turkey, roast pork, or a juicy prime rib.
- Swap fresh rosemary instead of thyme if you prefer.
- Make sure to cut the sweet potatoes into approximately the same size so they bake evenly. If you like them thicker, increase the roasting time by 10 minutes.
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How to make ahead
You can prep the sliced sweet potatoes, arrange them on the baking sheet, and cover with foil or wrap in plastic until ready to bake. When ready, take them out of the refrigerator and follow the recipe: melted butter, salt, pepper, and cinnamon, then bake.
Topping Ideas
These sweet potatoes are great on their own, but feel free to add some toppings for added crunch and flavor. Our suggestions:
- Toasted pecans, walnuts, pine nuts
- Fresh rosemary, sage
- Sichuan pepper
- Salt flakes
- Honey, maple syrup, brown sugar
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- Roasted Sweet Potatoes with garlic and Parmesan
- Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes
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Melting Baked Sweet Potatoes
by eatwell101
Yield: 8 servings
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 40 min
Buttery, tender on the inside with golden edges, these perfectly baked sweet potatoes are an effortless, holiday-worthy side you’ll want on repeat!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into rounds
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 sprig of fresh thyme + for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425ºF (220ºC) and prepare a rimmed baking sheet.
- Peel and slice the sweet potatoes into 1-inch thick slices, and arrange them on the baking sheet
- Melt the butter, and drizzle it on top of the sweet potatoes. Sprinkle on the salt, pepper, and cinnamon. Toss the sweet potato rounds to coat, and then arrange them in a single layer.
- Transfer the sweet potato rounds to the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
- Flip the sweet potato rounds using tongs, then bake for another 20 minutes. The sweet potatoes are done when they're crisp and golden brown on the edges but the insides is fluffy and fork tender.
- When the baked sweet potatoes are ready, transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with thyme and serve. Enjoy! ❤️
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