Maple Glazed Pecan Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Maple Glazed Pecan Sweet Potatoes are a deliciously sweet and buttery side dish featuring tender sweet potato slices brushed with a maple syrup and butter blend, baked to perfection, and topped with crunchy chopped pecans. This easy recipe adds a comforting and festive touch to any meal, especially during holiday dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
- Total Time: 28-30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
Maple Glaze
- 1/3 cup Country Crock® Original Spread, melted
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Topping
- 1/3 cup pecans, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure a hot environment for baking the sweet potatoes evenly.
- Slice the Sweet Potatoes: Slice the sweet potatoes into ½ inch thick disks, ensuring even thickness for uniform cooking. Arrange the slices in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Prepare the Maple Glaze: In a small bowl, mix the melted Country Crock® Original Spread and maple syrup until well combined.
- Brush the Sweet Potatoes: Generously brush the maple syrup and spread mixture onto each sweet potato slice, coating them thoroughly. Then sprinkle evenly with cinnamon to add warmth and depth of flavor.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the sweet potatoes for 18 to 20 minutes until they are tender and the glaze has caramelized slightly.
- Add Pecans and Serve: Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and immediately top each slice with the chopped pecans for added texture and nutty flavor. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh pecans for the best flavor and crunch.
- Ensure sweet potato slices are uniform in thickness for even baking.
- For extra caramelization, you can broil the sweet potatoes for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
- This recipe pairs well with roasted meats or can be served as a vegetarian side dish.
Keywords: maple glazed sweet potatoes, pecan sweet potatoes, baked sweet potatoes, fall side dish, holiday recipes
