Description
This Bobby Flay Sweet Potato Recipe features tender roasted sweet potatoes mashed with a blend of olive oil, maple syrup, brown sugar, warming spices, and a hint of cayenne for heat. Finished with a touch of butter and garnished with fresh herbs, these sweet potatoes make a perfect, flavorful side dish ideal for holidays or everyday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed
Seasoning & Flavorings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Garnish
- Fresh chopped parsley or chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during roasting, then place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast the Sweet Potatoes: Roast the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 45–60 minutes, or until they are fork-tender and soft to the touch. This slow roasting intensifies their natural sweetness.
- Scoop and Mash: Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and carefully slice them open lengthwise. Using a spoon, scoop out the flesh into a bowl, leaving about ¼ inch of skin intact if you plan to restuff them. Add the olive oil, maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper if using, salt, and butter to the bowl. Mash everything together until smooth and well combined, balancing sweet and warming flavors.
- Restuff and Warm Through (Optional): For a more elegant presentation, spoon the mashed sweet potato mixture back into the skins. Place them back on the baking sheet and return to the oven for 10 minutes to warm through evenly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh chopped parsley or chives if desired. Serve warm as a delicious side dish that complements a variety of meals.
Notes
- This recipe is inspired by Bobby Flay’s signature style—balanced sweetness with a touch of spice.
- For added flavor and texture, top the sweet potatoes with crushed pecans or a dollop of crème fraîche before serving.
- You can adjust the cayenne pepper to your preferred level of heat or omit it entirely for a milder flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best results.
