This one’s a super simple classic that everyone should know how to make: Roasted Sweet Potatoes! This recipe keeps the ingredients to a minimum in order to let the flavor of your sweet potatoes really shine, but I’ve included a few tips for spicing things up if you want some variety!
These are a perfect side dish to your holiday dinner, just don’t binge on them like I usually do and make sure to save some room for a slice of Pecan Pie!
Roasted sweet potatoes may not be particularly glamorous and they’re certainly not the most exciting recipe I’ve ever shared, but they’re a holiday staple that everyone should know how to make.
In my house, these are a classic holiday dinner side dish, right alongside the homemade cranberry sauce and dinner rolls. The good news is this recipe is so simple to make.
The skin will add a little texture, so if you are serving children or sensitive eaters, consider peeling the sweet potatoes before roasting. Cut (Almost) Uniform Pieces. To make sure the sweet potatoes cook evenly, try to cut them all roughly the same size.
How Do You Make Roasted Sweet Potatoes Crispy?
Don’t use parchment paper to line your baking sheet if you are angling for especially crispy sweet potatoes. Instead, I recommend roasting them directly on an ungreased cookie sheet.
Another trick to make them nice and crispy is to turn up the heat of your oven to 450F (235C) rather than the 425F (220C) that my recipe calls for. Make sure your potatoes are in an even layer (not stacked/piled on top of each other) and roast for 20-30 minutes (flipping halfway through roasting) or until the outsides are crisp and the interiors are tender when pierced with a fork.
How Do I Roast Sweet Potatoes in The Oven?
- Wash your sweet potatoes and cut into 1″ pieces
- Toss with olive oil, kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper
- Spread in an even layer onto an ungreased baking sheet
- Bake on 425F (235C) for 30 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Enjoy!
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FAQ
Is it better to leave the skin on sweet potatoes?
Should sweet potatoes be peeled before baking?
Can you bake sweet potatoes without skin?
How do you bake sweet potatoes so the skin comes off?
How do you know if sweet potatoes are done roasting?
If you roast the sweet potatoes long enough, their sugars will start to caramelize against the pan. Those caramelized bits are the best parts! Don’t worry if you see a few spots that look burnt—take it as a sign that your sweet potatoes are done. In all likelihood, the sweet potatoes will still taste great.
Can you eat sweet potato skin?
Yes, you can eat sweet potato skin. In fact, the skin contains a good portion of the tuber’s fibre content, which helps keep you feeling full for longer, in addition to micronutrients and antioxidants. Sweet potato skins can be consumed cooked or raw. They provide an additional texture to a dish, like crispiness when kept on while making sweet potato fries. Since sweet potatoes grow underground, it’s important to thoroughly wash sweet potatoes before consuming.
What happens when you roast a frozen sweet potato?
Upon roasting a previously frozen sweet potato, a delightful transformation takes place. As the ice within the cells turns into steam, it escapes, leaving behind a potato that’s significantly fluffier than one that hasn’t been frozen. But that’s not the end of the tale.
Can roasted sweet potatoes be refrigerated?
Refrigerate roasted sweet potatoes in an airtight storage container for up to 5 days. To Reheat. Rewarm potatoes on a baking sheet in the oven at 350 degrees F. To Freeze. Freeze leftovers in an airtight freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.