Maple Walnut Sweet Potatoes: Nutritious Crunch You'll Love

Maple Walnut Sweet Potatoes are a deliciously comforting side dish that marries sweet potatoes with rich maple syrup and toasted walnuts.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: DESSERTS

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sweet Potatoes

4 medium Sweet Potatoes Choose firm, unblemished potatoes for the best results.
2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can be substituted with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Feel free to adjust the amount based on your taste preference.

For the Sweetness

1/4 cup Maple Syrup Opt for pure maple syrup for the real deal.

For the Crunch

1 cup Walnuts Toasting enhances their flavor; can be swapped with pecans or almonds.

Equipment

baking dish
large bowl
Oven
Peeler
knife

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a baking dish lightly.
Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into 1-inch pieces.
Combine the cubed sweet potatoes in a large bowl with melted butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, and half of the chopped walnuts. Toss gently.
Spread the sweet potato mixture in the prepared baking dish. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until fork-tender.
Sprinkle the remaining walnuts on top five minutes before they're done roasting.
Serve warm, drizzled with a touch more maple syrup if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding spices like nutmeg or ginger. You can also top with chopped fresh herbs for a pop of color and flavor.

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