Description
Orange Glazed Sweet Potatoes are a delightful side dish that elevates any meal with their vibrant color and zesty flavor. This easy recipe combines tender, roasted sweet potatoes with a luscious orange glaze, creating an irresistible balance of sweetness and tanginess. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, these sweet potatoes will impress even the pickiest eaters with their stunning presentation and mouthwatering aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp butter or coconut oil
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into one-inch pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together fresh orange juice, brown sugar, butter (or coconut oil), and cinnamon until well combined.
- Toss the sweet potato cubes in the glaze until evenly coated.
- Spread them on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until fork-tender and caramelized.
- Garnish with toasted nuts before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg