Sweet Potatoes and Apples with Cinnamon Maple Glaze (Print Version)

Tender roasted sweet potatoes and apples in a warm cinnamon-maple glaze, perfect for autumn feasts.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables & Fruit

01 - 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 3 crisp apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji), cored and cut into 1-inch chunks

→ Glaze

03 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for vegan option)
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Optional Toppings

09 - 1/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

# How to Cook:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine sweet potatoes and apples.
03 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, melted butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until smooth.
04 - Pour the glaze over the sweet potatoes and apples. Toss until all pieces are evenly coated.
05 - Spread the mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring pieces aren't overcrowded.
06 - Roast for 35–40 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking time, until sweet potatoes are fork-tender and edges are caramelized.
07 - If using pecans or walnuts, sprinkle them over the dish during the last 5 minutes of roasting for a light toast.
08 - Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with fresh thyme if desired, and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of sweet potatoes and apples creates natural sweetness without any refined sugar
  • Its a humble side dish that looks stunning on a holiday table but takes almost no active effort
02 -
  • Overcrowding the baking sheet will steam instead of roast, so use two sheets if necessary
  • Stirring halfway through is nonnegotiable for even caramelization on all sides
03 -
  • Use a light touch when tossing with the glaze to avoid breaking down the apple chunks
  • If you want extra caramelization, run the pan under the broiler for 2 minutes at the end

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