Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Coffee Drizzle
Crispy roasted sweet potatoes drizzled with a bold coffee-infused glaze, creating a perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and slightly bitter flavors.
Ingredients
For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 large sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
For the Coffee Drizzle:
- ¼ cup strong brewed coffee or espresso, if you mean business
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional, but highly recommended
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Spread potatoes evenly on the baking sheet, making sure they aren’t crowded.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even browning.
- While potatoes roast, whisk coffee, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, mustard, cinnamon, and cayenne in a small bowl.
- Let roasted potatoes cool for 2 minutes, then drizzle with the coffee mixture.
- Toss gently to coat, or let people drizzle their own like civilized humans.
- Serve immediately, preferably with a smug sense of culinary superiority.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~160
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 180%
- Potassium: 10%
- Iron: 6%
- Magnesium: 5%
- Vitamin C: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use dark roast coffee for a deeper flavor.
- Add a pinch of flaky sea salt on top for extra contrast.
- Try swapping balsamic for apple cider vinegar for a tangier drizzle.