Description
This sweet potato stacks recipe is an elegant yet easy weeknight dinner, offering a balance of savory and sweet flavors with beautiful caramelized edges, perfect for busy families and healthy eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large (approx. 1 kg / 2.2 lb) sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (about 2–3 mm / 1/8 inch thick)
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 tbsp (approx. 5 g) fresh rosemary, chopped (or 0.5 tsp dried rosemary)
- 1 tsp (2.5 g) garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp (15 g or 15 ml) brown sugar or maple syrup, optional
Instructions
- Prep Sweet Potatoes: Wash, peel, and thinly slice sweet potatoes (about 2-3 mm / 1/8 inch thick) using a mandoline or sharp knife to ensure uniform slices for even cooking.
- Season Ingredients: In a large bowl, toss sweet potato slices with olive oil, fresh rosemary, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and optional brown sugar or maple syrup. Ensure all slices are well coated.
- Stack and Bake: Line a baking sheet. Stack slices into towers (4-5 slices each). Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 30-40 minutes until fork-tender and crispy, caramelized edges appear.
- Serve Warm: Carefully remove the sweet potato stacks from the baking sheet. Serve immediately and enjoy their tender texture and delicious flavor.
Notes
If stacks are not cooking through, slices might be too thick; cover loosely with foil for the first 15 minutes. For quicker results, pre-steam slices for 5 minutes before baking. For a healthier twist, reduce oil and skip added sugar. Consider organic ingredients for a premium upgrade, or use budget-friendly swaps like dried herbs. This dish is great for meal prep; make a double batch and pack for lunches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack (approx. 200 g)
- Calories: 295 calories
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: easy dinner, sweet potato, stacks, healthy, weeknight, meal prep, vegetarian, baking, caramelized, savory sweet