Caramelized Baked Sweet Potatoes

Directions

  1. 1Slice the sweet potatoes lengthwise, right down the middle.
  2. 2In a bowl, combine the olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and vanilla extract and whisk until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
  3. 3Add the sweet potatoes to the bowl and coat them evenly, ensuring the flat side is fully covered.
  4. 4Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the sweet potatoes flat side down.
  5. 5Bake at 400°F until the bottoms are deeply caramelized and the centers are tender.
  6. 6Let them cool before moving them to allow the caramelized layer to set and release from the pan.

Ingredients

  • 4 medium sweet potato
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

bowlwhiskbaking sheetparchment paper

Tips

  • Let the potatoes cool for at least 10 minutes before moving them to ensure the caramelized layer sets.