Description
Crispy Roasted Sweet Potatoes are perfectly caramelized on the outside and fluffy inside, made with simple seasonings and high-heat roasting for a restaurant-quality side dish at home.
Ingredients
2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 to 2 pounds)
2 tablespoons high-heat oil (avocado oil or refined coconut oil)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Use convection if available.
2. Scrub potatoes clean. Peel if desired. Cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
3. Toss cubes in a large bowl with oil, salt, pepper, and spices until well coated.
4. Spread potatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between pieces.
5. Roast for 20-25 minutes without opening the oven door.
6. Remove pan, flip/stir potatoes for even browning.
7. Return to oven for another 10-15 minutes, until edges are dark brown and crispy.
8. Cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For best crispiness, do not overcrowd the baking sheet.
Avoid extra virgin olive oil, which can burn at high heat.
Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 4 days.
Reheat in oven or air fryer for crispiness. Avoid microwave reheating.
Seasoning variations: Tex-Mex with chili powder and cumin, za’atar with lemon, balsamic glaze drizzle, or sweet version with maple syrup and cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Vegetables
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg