Description
Deliciously caramelized sweet potatoes balanced with a rich glaze, warm spices, and a touch of orange, making for a festive side dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds sweet potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds or 1-inch wedges
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat.
- Add brown sugar, maple syrup, orange juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt; simmer for 2–3 minutes until glossy.
- Toss the sweet potato slices in the glaze.
- Transfer to a 9×13-inch baking dish and bake uncovered at 375°F (190°C) for 30–40 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
Notes
For best results, parboil thicker slices before glazing to ensure tender centers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg