Crispy Sweet Potatoes Cinnamon Sugar (Printable Version)

Golden, crispy sweet potato rounds tossed with fragrant cinnamon sugar. Perfect as a sweet side dish or delightful snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Sweet Potatoes

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds

→ Coating

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Cinnamon Sugar

04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Optional Topping

06 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted (optional)
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato rounds with olive oil and fine sea salt until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not overlap to promote even crisping.
04 - Roast for 15 minutes, then carefully flip each sweet potato round. Continue roasting for an additional 12–15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crisp at the edges.
05 - While the sweet potatoes are roasting, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl and mix thoroughly.
06 - Remove the crispy sweet potatoes from the oven. If desired, lightly brush them with melted unsalted butter. Immediately sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the hot sweet potatoes, ensuring even distribution. Transfer the finished sweet potatoes to a serving platter and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if using. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This recipe is your secret weapon for transforming a humble sweet potato into a side dish that absolutely steals the show, effortlessly.
  • You'll adore how the simple combination of cinnamon and sugar elevates the natural sweetness, creating a comforting crunch that everyone asks for.
02 -
  • You absolutely must avoid overcrowding your baking sheet; otherwise, your sweet potatoes will steam instead of getting that glorious crispy edge.
  • Discovered this by accident, but a pinch of fine sea salt isn't just for savory dishes—it incredibly enhances the natural sweetness here.
03 -
  • Always use parchment paper; it saves you from scrubbing stubborn caramelized bits and ensures your sweet potatoes lift off easily.
  • The secret to evenly crisp sweet potatoes is definitely that mid-roast flip—don't skip it!

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