11 Roasted Sweet Potato Recipes for Fall

Sweet potatoes are fall's most versatile vegetable — caramelized and crisp from the oven, they pair with everything from maple to chili.

These 11 roasted sweet potato recipes turn the humble spud into sides, salads, tacos, and even dessert-worthy treats.

Below you’ll find 11 reader-favorite recipes, each with a photo, ingredients, and step-by-step instructions. Save your favorites and enjoy!

1. Perfect Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges

Crispy-edged, caramelized wedges with rosemary and flaky salt.

Ingredients

• 3 large sweet potatoes, cut in wedges
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped rosemary
• Flaky sea salt

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 425°F.
2. Toss wedges with oil, then cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
3. Arrange cut-side down with space between each wedge.
4. Roast 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway.
5. Toss with rosemary and flaky salt; serve hot.

2. Maple-Glazed Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Cubes lacquered in maple, butter, and a pinch of cayenne.

Ingredients

• 3 lb sweet potatoes, cubed
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 3 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp cayenne
• 2 tbsp chopped pecans

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 425°F.
2. Toss cubes with maple, butter, oil, salt, and cayenne.
3. Roast 30 minutes, stirring halfway.
4. Broil 2 minutes for caramelized edges.
5. Top with pecans and serve.

3. Roasted Sweet Potato & Black Bean Tacos

Smoky roasted cubes in warm tortillas with lime crema.

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes, cubed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, warmed
• 8 corn tortillas
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 lime
• Cilantro and pickled onions

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 425°F. Toss cubes with oil, chili powder, and cumin.
2. Roast 25-30 minutes until crisp at the edges.
3. Stir lime juice into the sour cream for a quick crema.
4. Warm the tortillas.
5. Fill with sweet potatoes, beans, crema, cilantro, and pickled onions.

4. Harvest Roasted Sweet Potato Salad

Warm roasted cubes over kale with goat cheese and maple vinaigrette.

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes, cubed
• 6 cups chopped kale
• 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup candied pecans
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp Dijon

Instructions

1. Roast sweet potato cubes at 425°F for 25 minutes.
2. Massage kale with a pinch of salt.
3. Whisk oil, vinegar, maple, and Dijon.
4. Toss kale with warm sweet potatoes and half the dressing.
5. Top with goat cheese, cranberries, and pecans.

5. Crispy Sweet Potato Fries

Extra-crispy oven fries with a smoky paprika aioli.

Ingredients

• 3 large sweet potatoes, cut in thin fries
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 garlic clove, minced

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 450°F. Soak fries in cold water 30 minutes; dry thoroughly.
2. Toss with cornstarch, then oil and seasonings.
3. Spread in a single layer on two sheet pans.
4. Bake 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway.
5. Stir mayo, paprika, and garlic for the aioli; serve alongside.

6. Roasted Sweet Potato Soup

Silky, gingery soup with coconut milk and crispy shallots.

Ingredients

• 3 lb sweet potatoes
• 1 onion, quartered
• 4 garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• Crispy shallots and cilantro, for topping

Instructions

1. Roast sweet potatoes, onion, and garlic with oil at 400°F for 40 minutes.
2. Scoop flesh into a pot with broth, coconut milk, and ginger.
3. Blend until silky; simmer 10 minutes.
4. Season with salt and lime juice.
5. Top with crispy shallots and cilantro.

7. Sweet Potato & Sausage Sheet Pan

Smoky sausage, sweet potatoes, and Brussels sprouts — one pan, zero fuss.

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes, cubed
• 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
• 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 425°F.
2. Toss everything with oil, maple, and seasonings on a sheet pan.
3. Roast 30-35 minutes, stirring once.
4. Broil 2 minutes for charred edges.
5. Serve as-is or over rice.

8. Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes

Fluffy whipped filling with brown sugar, pecans, and a marshmallow top.

Ingredients

• 4 large sweet potatoes
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 3 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Bake sweet potatoes at 400°F for 50-60 minutes; halve lengthwise.
2. Scoop flesh, leaving sturdy shells.
3. Whip flesh with brown sugar, butter, cream, cinnamon, and salt.
4. Refill the shells.
5. Top with marshmallows and pecans; broil 2-3 minutes.

9. Roasted Sweet Potato Hummus

Creamy, smoky hummus with roasted sweet potato and tahini.

Ingredients

• 2 sweet potatoes, roasted
• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained
• 1/3 cup tahini
• 3 tbsp olive oil, plus more
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 garlic clove
• Pita chips and veggies, for serving

Instructions

1. Blend roasted sweet potato flesh with chickpeas, tahini, and garlic.
2. Stream in olive oil and lemon juice until creamy.
3. Season with paprika and salt.
4. Swirl into a bowl with olive oil and extra paprika.
5. Serve with pita chips and veggies.

10. Sweet Potato Gratin

Thin slices baked in Gruyère cream with fresh thyme.

Ingredients

• 3 lb sweet potatoes, thinly sliced
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/2 cups shredded Gruyère
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 375°F and butter a baking dish.
2. Warm cream with garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Layer sweet potatoes and cheese; pour cream over.
4. Cover with foil and bake 45 minutes.
5. Uncover and bake 20 minutes until golden.

11. Chili-Roasted Sweet Potato Bites

Bite-size cubes with chili-lime seasoning and a cool avocado dip.

Ingredients

• 3 large sweet potatoes, cut in 1-inch cubes
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 avocado
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• Juice of 1 lime
• Cilantro

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 425°F. Toss cubes with oil, chili powder, cumin, and salt.
2. Roast 25-30 minutes until crisp.
3. Blend avocado, sour cream, and lime juice into a dip.
4. Serve bites warm with the dip.
5. Sprinkle with cilantro.

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