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Hot Honey Melting Sweet Potatoes

Close-up of cubed Hot Honey Melting Sweet Potatoes, glistening with a rich, dark glaze, served on a white plate.
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Make tender, soft sweet potatoes coated in a simple, spicy honey glaze. This recipe yields a rich side dish with balanced sweet and heat.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes (or 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
  2. Place the sweet potato chunks on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
  3. Roast the sweet potatoes for 20 minutes until they begin to soften.
  4. While the potatoes roast, prepare the hot honey glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the honey, apple cider vinegar, chili flakes, and smoked paprika. Heat over low heat until the mixture is warm and combined, about 2 minutes. Do not boil.
  5. Remove the potatoes from the oven. Drizzle half of the hot honey glaze over the potatoes and gently toss them on the pan.
  6. Return the potatoes to the oven and roast for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender and have caramelized edges, achieving a ‘melting’ texture.
  7. Remove from the oven and immediately drizzle with the remaining hot honey glaze before serving warm.

Notes

  • For extra soft potatoes, cover the baking sheet loosely with foil for the first 20 minutes of roasting.
  • If you prefer a milder spice, reduce the chili flakes to 1/2 teaspoon.
  • This side dish pairs well with roasted chicken or pork loin.

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