Get ready to transform ordinary sweet potatoes into a mouthwatering culinary masterpiece that will have your dinner guests begging for seconds! This isn't just another side dish - it's a decadent journey of sweet, boozy, and caramelized perfection that elevates your meal from mundane to extraordinary. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you'll create a restaurant-worthy dish that looks and tastes like you've spent hours in the kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp bourbon
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut them into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking, aiming for roughly similar-sized pieces.
- Place the cubed sweet potatoes in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle maple syrup and bourbon over the potatoes, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
- Sprinkle ground cinnamon and a pinch of salt over the sweet potatoes. Gently toss the mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon to distribute the seasonings thoroughly.
- Spread the seasoned sweet potato cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they are not overcrowded to allow proper caramelization and roasting.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring once halfway through cooking to promote even browning and prevent sticking.
- Check for doneness by piercing with a fork. The sweet potatoes should be tender and have golden-brown caramelized edges.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. The maple and bourbon will create a glossy, sweet glaze.
Tips
- Cut your sweet potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking and consistent caramelization.
- Use a high-quality bourbon for the best flavor depth - the alcohol will cook off, leaving behind rich, complex notes.
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet; give the potato cubes space to roast and caramelize instead of steam.
- Stir the potatoes halfway through cooking to promote even browning and prevent sticking.
- For extra richness, consider adding a small pat of butter before roasting or garnishing with toasted pecans.
- Let the potatoes rest for 5 minutes after roasting to allow the maple-bourbon glaze to set and intensify.
- If you prefer a sweeter result, you can add an extra drizzle of maple syrup just before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 2g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
