Sweet and Spicy Sheet Pan Melting Sweet Potatoes with Hot Honey
Delicious Sheet Pan 'Melting' Sweet Potatoes with Hot Honey, a simple side that combines sweet and spicy flavors.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking sheet
- Large bowl
Ingredients
For the Sweet Potatoes
- 4 cups Sweet Potatoes Can substitute with butternut squash
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Opt for avocado oil for higher smoke point
- 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground offers best flavor
For the Hot Honey Drizzle
- 1/4 cup Hot Honey Regular honey can substitute for milder flavor
For Garnishing (optional)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Use parsley, cilantro, or chives
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Peel and chop sweet potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes.
- Combine cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Toss gently until coated.
- Drizzle hot honey over the sweet potato mixture and toss to combine.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and fork-tender.
- Garnish optionally with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Drizzle a little extra hot honey before serving for an added kick. Adjust hot honey according to spice tolerance.