Cinnamon Butter Baked Sweet Potatoes

Cinnamon Butter Baked Sweet Potatoes bring together warm spices, silky melted butter, and naturally sweet cubes of roasted potatoes for a comforting side dish that feels both cozy and elevated. As they roast, the cinnamon-brown sugar coating caramelizes beautifully, creating golden edges and a melt-in-your-mouth center. Because this recipe uses simple pantry staples, it comes together quickly, yet the flavors taste layered, rich, and deeply satisfying.

Throughout history, sweet potatoes have been celebrated for their natural sweetness and versatility. They were treasured by early American cooks for their ability to roast well and pair effortlessly with warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Today, this classic combination still shines, especially when baked in a buttery maple glaze like this one.

Although the ingredients are simple, every bite tastes luxurious. And since this dish works just as well for weeknight dinners as it does for holiday menus, it’s the perfect recipe to bookmark, save, and make again and again.

Recipe Yield: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

2 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
3 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
½ tsp nutmeg
½ tsp fine sea salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp maple syrup

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to help the sweet potatoes roast evenly and prevent sticking.

2. Coat the sweet potatoes:
In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, pepper, vanilla extract, and maple syrup. Toss the sweet potato cubes until every piece is fully coated. Make sure the mixture reaches into all sides for even caramelization.

3. Arrange for baking:
Spread the coated sweet potatoes onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Because overcrowding prevents browning, space them out as much as possible for the best texture and color.

4. Bake until tender:
Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through. Continue baking until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender, slightly crisp on the edges, and beautifully caramelized.

5. Serve warm:
Transfer the sweet potatoes to a serving dish. Spoon any remaining cinnamon-butter sauce over the top and serve immediately for the richest flavor.

Helpful Tips to Perfect This Recipe

• Use evenly sized cubes for even roasting: Keeping the sweet potato pieces the same size ensures they cook at the same pace, which prevents some from burning while others stay underdone.
• Flip halfway for best caramelization: Turning the potatoes during baking helps the cinnamon-butter mixture caramelize evenly, creating golden edges and a deep, warm flavor.
• Don’t overcrowd the pan for crisp edges: Allowing space between the cubes lets hot air circulate, which leads to crispier, perfectly roasted potatoes.