Tasty Cinnamon Pecan Sweet Potato Rounds
These sweet potato rounds are the perfect blend of sweet, nutty, and buttery goodness, ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for dairy-free option)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts as a substitute)
- Pinch of salt
- Maple syrup for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into 1/4-inch rounds. Arrange them in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Melt the butter and brush it generously over the sweet potato rounds. Sprinkle each round with a pinch of salt.
- In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped pecans. Stir until evenly coated.
- Spoon the cinnamon-pecan mixture onto each sweet potato round, pressing slightly to help it stick.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the topping is golden brown.
- Optional: Drizzle a little maple syrup over the rounds before serving for extra sweetness.
Notes
[‘Slice sweet potatoes evenly to ensure consistent cooking.’, ‘Arrange rounds in a single layer to avoid overcrowding.’, ‘Use fresh pecans for optimal flavor.’, ‘Caramelize the edges for the best texture.’, ‘Adjust sweetness and spice to suit your taste.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 2
Keywords: Sweet potatoes, Cinnamon, Pecans, Holiday recipe, Gluten-free, Healthy snack, Side dish, Appetizer, Dessert