Description
Elevate your side dish with these simple and delicious Brown Sugar Pecan Roasted Sweet Potatoes. Perfectly tender, caramel-sweet, and topped with crunchy pecans, they’re a crowd-pleaser for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 2–3 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
- 2. Place the cubed sweet potatoes in a large bowl.
- 3. In a small bowl, melt the unsalted butter. Pour the melted butter over the sweet potatoes.
- 4. Add the packed light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, and the pinch of ground nutmeg, if using.
- 5. Toss everything together thoroughly until the sweet potato cubes are evenly coated.
- 6. Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the sweet potatoes and gently toss again to distribute them evenly.
- 7. Spread the coated sweet potato and pecan mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring no overcrowding.
- 8. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork and have developed browned edges.
- 9. Midway through roasting (around 15 minutes), give the pan a gentle shake or stir to promote even cooking and caramelization. Keep an eye on the pecans to prevent burning.
- 10. Once cooked, remove from the oven and transfer to a serving dish.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For best texture, reheat in a preheated oven (350°F/175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Pecans can lose their crunch upon reheating, so consider adding fresh toasted pecans at the end if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 250-300 (estimate)
- Sugar: Approx. 18g
- Sodium: Approx. 150mg
- Fat: Approx. 12g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 35g
- Fiber: Approx. 5g
- Protein: Approx. 2g