Description
Crispy, caramelized roasted sweet potato cubes with a tender, creamy interior—perfect in the oven or air fryer for a quick, versatile side dish or snack.
Ingredients
2 large sweet potatoes
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder or onion powder
1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 tsp black pepper
Optional: taco seasoning, chipotle powder, cumin, cinnamon, smoked paprika, or other favorite spices
Instructions
- Oven Method: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Wash sweet potatoes (peeling optional) and cut into 1/2-inch cubes. Toss with olive oil, garlic powder or onion powder, salt, pepper, and any optional spices. Spread evenly on baking sheet without overlapping. Roast 25–35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and tender inside.
- Air Fryer Method: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 2–3 minutes. Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil and seasonings. Place in air fryer basket in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary). Air fry 10–12 minutes, shaking basket halfway through, until crispy and golden.
Notes
- Mix with diced russet potatoes for variety.
- Add smoked paprika and chipotle powder for a smoky flavor.
- Try a cinnamon-cumin blend for a warm, earthy twist.
- Swap olive oil for avocado oil, or go oil-free with lemon juice or plant milk.
- Reheat in air fryer or toaster oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–35 minutes (oven) or 10–12 minutes (air fryer)
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Oven or Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
