Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Learn how to make perfect roasted sweet potatoes with this simple 50-minute recipe. Crispy edges, tender centers, and delicious seasoning make these roasted sweet potatoes irresistible.
Equipment
- oven
- baking sheet
- large bowl
- spatula
- knife
- cutting board
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes about 2 pounds total, scrubbed clean and dried
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes, aiming for pieces that are roughly the same size so they cook evenly.
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with the olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until the cubes are evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single, uncrowded layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast for 20 minutes, then use a spatula to flip and stir the potatoes. Return them to the oven and roast for another 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork and the edges are caramelized and slightly crispy.
Notes
Aim for evenly sized cubes for consistent cooking.