Easy Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon and Paprika
Easy Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon and Paprika are the perfect side dish for any meal. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting them crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The warm, cozy aroma of cinnamon and paprika fills your home as these sweet potatoes bake in the oven. Keep reading for my best tips, or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters with Honey Drizzle and Easy Baked Turmeric Chicken with Spring Vegetables.
Why This Easy Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon and Paprika Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy edges and tender insides
- Sweet and savory flavor that's better than takeout
- Easy to make and customizable with your favorite spices
- Perfect for holiday dinners or weeknight sides
What You'll Need for Easy Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon and Paprika
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- sweet potatoes: Choose sweet potatoes that are similar in size for even cooking.
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How to Make Easy Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon and Paprika
- Preheat the oven and prepare the sweet potatoes: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1/2-inch rounds. You don't need to soak them in water to remove excess starch, as this can make them soggy.
- Toss the sweet potatoes with seasonings: In a large bowl, combine the sweet potato slices, honey, olive oil, cinnamon, paprika, and salt. Toss until the sweet potatoes are evenly coated.
- Roast the sweet potatoes: Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are tender and crispy.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon and Paprika
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet. If the sweet potatoes are too close together, they won't crisp up properly. Use two baking sheets if necessary.
- Pro tip: For extra crispy sweet potatoes, increase the oven temperature to 450°F (230°C) and roast for 15-20 minutes, flipping them halfway through.
- Pro tip: To make these sweet potatoes ahead of time, prepare them up to the point of roasting, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When ready to serve, roast as directed.
Storing & Reheating Easy Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon and Paprika
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover sweet potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the sweet potatoes up to the point of roasting, then store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When ready to serve, roast as directed.
Freezing Easy Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon and Paprika
Freezing is not recommended for this dish as it can cause the sweet potatoes to become mushy.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through. This can make the sweet potatoes soggy, so the oven method is preferred.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mixture.
- Best substitution: If you don't have paprika, you can substitute it with a pinch of smoked paprika or chili powder for a smoky, spicy flavor.
- Make-ahead: See 'makeAhead' in the storage section.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your sweet potatoes are not crispy, try increasing the oven temperature and roasting for a shorter period of time.
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Easy Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon and Paprika
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional Toppings
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the sweet potatoes: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1/2-inch rounds. You don't need to soak them in water to remove excess starch, as this can make them soggy.
- Toss the sweet potatoes with seasonings: In a large bowl, combine the sweet potato slices, honey, olive oil, cinnamon, paprika, and salt. Toss until the sweet potatoes are evenly coated.
- Roast the sweet potatoes: Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are tender and crispy.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mixture.
- Best substitution: If you don't have paprika, you can substitute it with a pinch of smoked paprika or chili powder for a smoky, spicy flavor.
- Make-ahead: See 'makeAhead' in the storage section.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your sweet potatoes are not crispy, try increasing the oven temperature and roasting for a shorter period of time.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover sweet potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freezing is not recommended for this dish as it can cause the sweet potatoes to become mushy.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through. This can make the sweet potatoes soggy, so the oven method is preferred.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the sweet potatoes up to the point of roasting, then store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When ready to serve, roast as directed.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 170
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sat. Fat: 0.7g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon and Paprika FAQs
Yes, you can prepare them up to the point of roasting, then store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When ready to serve, roast as directed.
Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet and ensure the sweet potatoes are evenly coated in oil. Try increasing the oven temperature and roasting for a shorter period of time.
Freezing is not recommended for this dish as it can cause the sweet potatoes to become mushy.
Yes, preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the sweet potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until tender and crispy.
Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through. The oven method is preferred as it helps maintain the crispiness of the sweet potatoes.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon and Paprika and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
