Description
Melting Sweet Potatoes are a deliciously caramelized side dish featuring tender sweet potato rounds roasted to perfection in a blend of butter, olive oil, maple syrup, and herbs. This easy recipe showcases the natural sweetness of the potatoes enhanced by a savory broth finish, making it an ideal accompaniment for holiday meals or everyday dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch-thick rounds
Seasoning and Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Mix coating: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, olive oil, maple syrup, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create a flavorful coating for the sweet potatoes.
- Coat sweet potatoes: Add the sweet potato rounds to the bowl and toss them thoroughly to ensure each piece is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Spread the coated sweet potato rounds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to promote even roasting and caramelization.
- Roast first side: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the potatoes for 15 minutes, allowing them to begin softening and browning.
- Flip potatoes: Carefully flip each sweet potato round to roast the other side evenly, then return the baking sheet to the oven for another 15 minutes.
- Add broth and finish roasting: Pour the low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth over the potatoes and continue roasting for an additional 15 minutes until the centers are tender and edges are caramelized.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot, spooning the flavorful pan juices over the sweet potatoes for extra moisture and taste.
Notes
- For extra flavor, garnish with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt or a drizzle of balsamic glaze just before serving.
- These melting sweet potatoes pair wonderfully with roasted chicken, turkey, or any holiday meal.
