Melt In Your Mouth, Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes! Recipe

I love how these Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes perfectly blend natural sweetness with savory spices. They turn out crunchy on the outside and tender inside, making every bite a comforting delight. This recipe rocks as a quick, irresistibly addictive side dish that elevates any meal dynamic. It always wins me.

I love making this recipe because it brings a healthy twist to a sweet classic. My Melt In Your Mouth, Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes recipe starts off with 2 lbs of sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes.

I mix in exactly 3 tablespoons of honey, 2 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. To season, I add 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder if i feel like it.

This recipe is way packed with nutrition like vitamins A and C, along with lots of fiber. It tastes familiar to other versions of roasted honey sweet potatoes and even reminds me a bit of walnut maple roasted sweet potatoes or honey cinnamon roasted sweet potatoes I’ve had before.

Its quick to make, ready in less than 30 minutes and perfect as a sweet side dish that gives a healthy boost.

Why I Like this Recipe

I like this recipe because:
1. I love how its super simple to prepare and doesn’t take long which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.
2. I really enjoy the mix of sweet and savory flavors, especially how the honey and butter work together with the spices.
3. I appreciate that the dish is both hearty and healthy, so I feel good about eating it even though it tastes indulgent.

Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes are so good and easy to make. I start by preheating my oven and cutting the sweet potatoes into cubes that look pretty even. Then I toss them in olive oil, salt, black pepper and sometimes garlic powder if I have it on hand. After that, I mix melted butter and honey and drizzle it all over the potatoes before spreading them out on a tray. I roast them for twenty minutes, stir them around, and then pop them back in the oven for a little bit longer till they get tender and just a bit golden. Its really the perfect side dish because its packed with flavor and ready in less than 30 minutes which makes it a no-brainer when youre in a hurry. Enjoying this dish always reminds me that simple meals can be epic.

Ingredients

• Sweet Potatoes: Rich in fiber, vitamins, and natural carbs; adds a soft, yummy texture.
• Honey: Brings bright sweetness and antioxidants, making the dish just perfectly glowy.
• Unsalted Butter: Melts into creamy richness that binds flavors, infused with a hint of indulgence.
• Olive Oil: Provides healthy fats, subtle fruitiness, enhancing the roasted taste effortlessly.
• Salt: Elevates every flavor, a pinch in the mix for balanced deliciousness.
• Black Pepper & Garlic Powder: Adds savory spiciness and extra zest to the roast.

Ingredient Quantities

• 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

How to Make this

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

2. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1/2 inch cubes, try to make them as even as possible so they cook evenly.

3. In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with the olive oil, salt, ground black pepper, and garlic powder if you decided to use it.

4. In a separate small bowl, mix together the honey and melted unsalted butter until it’s well combined.

5. Drizzle the honey mixture over the sweet potatoes and toss everything gently until all the cubes are nicely coated.

6. Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking tray, making sure they aren’t overlapping too much.

7. Place the tray in the oven and roast the potatoes for 20 minutes.

8. After 20 minutes, take the tray out, give the potatoes a quick stir so they roast evenly.

9. Return the tray to the oven and roast for an additional 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and have a slight golden edge.

10. Remove the tray from the oven, let the potatoes cool a bit then serve warm for the best melt in your mouth experience. Enjoy!

Equipment Needed

1. Preheated oven (make sure its working, you’ll use it to roast the potatoes)
2. Baking tray and a sheet of parchment paper
3. A large mixing bowl (for tossing the sweet potatoes in oil and spices)
4. A small bowl (to mix the honey and melted butter)
5. A sharp knife and a cutting board (for peeling and chopping the sweet potatoes evenly)
6. Measuring spoons (to accurately measure honey, butter, olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder)
7. A spatula or large spoon (to mix your ingredients and stir the potatoes during roasting)

FAQ

Melt In Your Mouth, Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes! Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• If you dont have honey, you can use maple syrup or agave nectar for a slightly different but still sweet flavor.
• If you’re out of unsalted butter, try using salted butter or even a bit of coconut oil, which also lends a nice flavor twist.
• For olive oil, you could use vegetable oil or canola oil if that’s what you have, though the taste might change a bit.
• If you wanna experiment with garlic powder, fresh minced garlic works just as well. Just be sure to add a pinch more if you like it garlicky.

Pro Tips

1. Make sure you cut the sweet potatoes into pretty equal cubes so that they all cook at the same rate. If one piece is too big, it might be undercooked or overdone compared to the others.
2. Avoid crowding the baking tray. If the cubes are too close, they can steam instead of roasting and lose that delicious golden edge.
3. Give ’em a good stir halfway through the cooking process. This helps to get even browning and ensures the honey-butter mix coats every piece.
4. If you’re feeling adventurous, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or smoked paprika to the mix. It adds an interesting twist that makes the dish pop even more.