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Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Simple roasted sweet potatoes with caramelized edges and natural sweetness.
RECIPE AT A GLANCE
10
min
Active Time
35
min
Total Time
4
SERVINGS
Oven
METHOD
Why It Works
Roasting delivers caramelized flavor with little effort.
Ingredients
Vegetables
• 2 sweet potatoes, chopped
Seasoning
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
How to Make It
1
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
2
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes, keeping the pieces as uniform as possible so they cook evenly.
3
In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
4
Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Do not overcrowd — use two pans if needed. Overcrowding causes steaming instead of roasting.
5
Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the edges are caramelized and a fork slides in easily.
How to Make It
1
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
2
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes, keeping the pieces as uniform as possible so they cook evenly.
3
In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
4
Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Do not overcrowd — use two pans if needed. Overcrowding causes steaming instead of roasting.
5
Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the edges are caramelized and a fork slides in easily.
Ingredients
Vegetables
• 2 sweet potatoes, chopped
Seasoning
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
Storage & Reheat
Store:
Store in airtight container up to 4 days.
Reheat:
Warm gently in microwave.
Swaps
No olive oil? Use avocado oil or canola oil in the same amount.
Avo's Tip
Spread in a single layer.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
Should I peel them?
Optional.
Why not crispy?
Pan too crowded.
Can I add spices?
Paprika works well.
Quick Fixes
Not caramelizing: Make sure potatoes are in a single layer with space between pieces. Crowding causes steaming instead of roasting.
Sticking to pan: Line with parchment and make sure potatoes are well coated in oil before roasting.
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