Sweet Potatoes Apples Cinnamon Maple Glaze (Printable Version)

Tender roasted sweet potatoes and apples in warm cinnamon-maple glaze with caramelized edges and aromatic spices.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables & Fruit

01 - 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 3 crisp apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji), cored and cut into 1-inch chunks

→ Glaze

03 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (coconut oil for vegan option)
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Optional Toppings

09 - 1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine sweet potatoes and apples in a large bowl.
03 - Whisk together maple syrup, melted butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper in a separate small bowl until smooth.
04 - Pour glaze over sweet potatoes and apples. Toss thoroughly until evenly coated.
05 - Spread mixture in a single layer on prepared baking sheet, ensuring pieces are not overcrowded.
06 - Roast for 35-40 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking time, until sweet potatoes are tender and edges are caramelized.
07 - Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts over the top during the last 5 minutes of roasting, if using.
08 - Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with fresh thyme if desired, and serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • That moment when the maple caramelizes and creates these little sticky edges that everyone fights over
  • How the apples soften just enough while holding their shape, creating this perfect tender crisp balance
02 -
  • Overcrowding the pan will steam everything instead of roasting, so use two pans if needed
  • The glaze thickens in the oven, so toss everything really well before it goes in
03 -
  • Room temperature sweet potatoes roast more evenly than cold ones from the fridge
  • That last minute drizzle of maple syrup before serving creates the most gorgeous shine

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