Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Crispy edges, caramelized centers, and barely any effort? Yes please. These crispy herb roasted sweet potatoes are the epitome of perfection. All you need is a sweet potato, a drizzle or spray of oil, and a handful of delicious seasonings, and voila, you have golden, perfectly roasted bites that are crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. They are perfect for weeknight dinner, impressive enough for a holiday spread, and easy enough to throw together after a long day. Minimal ingredients, time, and effort, but maximum flavor, results, and compliments!
So Versatile, You’ll Make Them Weekly
These crispy herb roasted sweet potatoes are the ultimate multitasker. They shine as a main course when paired with a delicious entre, round out any dinner as the perfect side dish, add warm and texture to a salad or grain bowl and honestly? They are just as good straight from the pan as a midday snack. They can be prepped ahead for the week or served fresh and hot right out of the oven, but either way, they deliver. Few ingredients, endless possibilities.
This year, we’ve experimented more than ever in the kitchen, and one thing has become clear, the secret to loving almost any ingredient is how you prepare and season it. We’ve learned to genuinely enjoy broccoli, cauliflower, tofu, brussels sprouts, foods we didn’t always gravitate towards. And now, sweet potatoes have fully earned their spot on that list. When roasted just right with the perfect blend of herbs and seasonings, they’re not just good, we love them more than we ever used to.
Why I Measure in Grams (and You Might Want To, Too)
If you’ve ever made the same recipe twice and gotten two totally different results, the measuring method is often the reason.
Professional bakeries almost always measure by weight, not volume. Measuring cups leave room for inconsistency—especially with ingredients that pack differently depending on how you scoop or pour them. A scale removes all of that guesswork.
One of the biggest offenders is sugar. Different sugars (and even the same sugar measured by different people) can vary wildly in volume, but 100 grams is always 100 grams. Measuring by weight gives you repeatable, bakery-consistent results and cuts down on extra dishes at the same time.
A food scale is one of the best (and most affordable) investments you can make for your kitchen if you love baking and want your recipes to turn out exactly the same every time.
Ingredients To Prepare
Before cooking, take a few minutes to gather the ingredients below and to ensure that they are soft, cripsy, and perfectly seasoned!
Once you have all of the ingredients ready to go, you’re officially set up for roasted sweet potato success. I always recommend measuring everything out ahead of time so the process is smoother, and you can focus on making the best crispy potatoes possible!
Crispy Herb Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp onion powder
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp parsley
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- Olive oil or butter spray
Method
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel the sweet potatoes (optional) and cut them into evenly sized 1-inch cubes so they cook evenly.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the cubed sweet potatoes and boil for 8–10 minutes, until slightly fork-tender but not fully soft (helps make them extra soft!)
- Strain the potatoes and let them sit for a few minutes to steam dry. This helps them crisp up in the oven.
- Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil or spray lightly with butter spray.
- In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, oregano, parsley, cumin, thyme, and paprika.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the potatoes and gently toss or use a spatula to coat each cube thoroughly.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes. Around the 20-minute mark, use a spatula to flip and move the potatoes to ensure even browning.
- Remove from the oven once golden and lightly crispy on the edges. Serve fresh and enjoy!
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best texture.
