Fragrant rosemary and sweet maple syrup are the perfect combo in these tender rosemary roasted sweet potatoes! They come together in minutes and go well with a variety of dishes.

You’re about to seriously liven up your side dish game with these sweet potatoes!

Rosemary and maple syrup are a natural match made in heaven coating these sweet potatoes and the best part is that we’re pulling it off on one sheet pan in mere minutes.

Y’all, you’ll be eating this goodness straight off the pan, trust me.

The sky’s the limit for what you can pair these sweet potatoes with for a fall dinner but honestly, don’t rule out eating them all on their own. They are BOMB!

These Roasted Sweet Potatoes feature…

Tender sweet potato cubes roasted in fragrant rosemary and sweet maple syrup
Toasted pecans for a crunchy topping
Minutes to make and goes well with a variety of meals

Making the Roasted Sweet Potatoes

(scroll down to the bottom of the post for the full recipe)

Ingredients You Will Need

Sweet potatoes
Maple syrup
Olive oil
Rosemary
Cinnamon
Pecans

How to Prep Sweet Potatoes

You will need about 3 medium sweet potatoes for this recipe. Wash the sweet potatoes well and cut into uniform 1/2-inch cubes for roasting.

No need to peel the sweet potatoes for this recipe! We think the skin gives them a better texture, plus you get the extra nutrients.

Tips for Perfect Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Cut sweet potatoes in uniform size – this will help all the sweet potatoes roast evenly.
Use fresh rosemary – this makes a huge difference flavor-wise!
Top sweet potatoes with toasted pecans after baking – this will keep the pecans from overcooking.

Recipe Variations

Try these ideas for a different twist on this recipe.

Try a different nut – try almonds, pine nuts, or walnuts in place of the pecans
Use a different herb – try thyme or sage in place of the rosemary.
Top sweet potatoes with cheese – try goat cheese or feta as a topper.

How to Serve Sweet Potatoes

These sweet potatoes go well with a variety of dishes! Try out these ways…

Alongside a roast chicken or turkey
As a Thanksgiving side dish – keep them warm in the slow cooker!
In a salad – liven up your salad game by throwing these sweet potatoes on top of your favorite salad.

Get ready to fall in love with a sweet potato because this recipe is it! The sweet maple, herby rosemary, and crunchy pecans seriously take these roasted sweet potatoes to the next level.

Fall perfection wrapped up in a bowl, the end.

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