Sweet Potato Breakfast
Sweet potato breakfast dishes are a delicious way to start your day, enveloping you in warmth and flavor. With roasted sweet potatoes tossed in warm spices and drizzled with maple syrup, this dish is not only comforting but also nutritious. It’s perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, ensuring everyone will savor every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g), peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then cut them into uniform cubes.
- In a large bowl, combine sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, cinnamon, and optional black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and fork-tender, stirring halfway through.
- Drizzle warm maple syrup over the sweet potatoes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg