Best 6 Maple Glazed Sweet Potato Wedges With Bacon Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of sweet potato wedges glazed with maple syrup and sprinkled with savory bacon bits. This delectable side dish is sure to be a hit at any gathering, offering a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. The crispy exterior and tender interior of the sweet potato wedges provide a delightful textural contrast, while the maple glaze adds a touch of sweetness that complements the smokiness of the bacon. Additionally, the recipe includes two alternative glaze options: a honey-mustard glaze for a tangy twist and a spicy chili glaze for those who enjoy a bit of heat. With its ease of preparation and versatility, this dish is a must-try for all sweet potato enthusiasts.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MAPLE GLAZED SWEET POTATOES WITH BACON AND CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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I made this for Thanksgiving dinner and my family went crazy over it. It is simple, looks great on the table and has already been requested for Christmas dinner! This recipe can be adjusted as you like by adding more or less bacon and onions.

Provided by Chris B

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in 1-inch chunks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
5 slices smoked bacon, chopped
1 pound onions, thinly sliced
1 cup pure maple syrup
2 teaspoons fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Toss the sweet potato chunks, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl, and spread the sweet potatoes out onto a large rimmed baking sheet.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until browned and tender, about 40 minutes; stir after the first 20 minutes.
  • Cook the bacon until crisp and brown in a large skillet over medium heat, about 10 minutes; transfer bacon to a bowl, but leave the grease in the skillet. Cook the onions in the bacon grease until browned, about 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to low, and cook the onions until very soft, brown, and sweet, another 10 to 15 minutes. Stir often. Mix the onions with the bacon in the bowl, and set aside.
  • Pour the maple syrup into the hot skillet with the thyme, and bring to a rolling boil. Boil the syrup until reduced by half, 3 to 4 minutes. Place the roasted sweet potatoes and onion-bacon mixture into the skillet, and stir to coat the vegetables with maple glaze. Transfer to a serving dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.5 calories, Carbohydrate 51.8 g, Cholesterol 7.9 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 378.2 mg, Sugar 23.6 g

TWICE BAKED MAPLE BACON SWEET POTATOES



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 medium sweet potatoes of similar shape
4 strips bacon
3 scallions, chopped, 2 tablespoons reserved for garnish
2 tablespoons maple syrup
4 ounces smoked Cheddar, shredded (about 1 1/4 cups)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Sour cream, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the sweet potatoes on a foil-lined baking pan. Bake until a paring knife inserted in the center pierces easily, about 1 hour. Cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat until crisp and brown, about 7 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel lined plate to drain. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the bacon fat. Crumble bacon.
  • Halve the sweet potatoes lengthwise. Carefully scoop most of the flesh out into a bowl, leaving enough flesh in the skin so that it holds its shape. Add the bacon, bacon fat, scallions, maple syrup and 1 cup of the cheese to the sweet potato flesh. Stir together and season with salt and pepper to taste. Refill the sweet potato shells and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  • Place the sweet potatoes back in the oven until heated through and the cheese is melted, about 15 minutes. Top with the reserved scallions and dollops of sour cream.

MAPLE-GLAZED SWEET POTATOES



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This supremely simple dish is rich with the flavor of maple. Although it requires last-minute preparation, the recipe is easy enough to tackle no matter how many items are on your holiday menu.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 medium sweet potatoes (1 1/2 to 2 pounds), scrubbed well
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
3/4 cup pure maple syrup
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Small sprigs fresh thyme, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Slice each sweet potato in half lengthwise, and slice each half crosswise into 1-inch-thick half-moons.
  • Melt butter in a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add sweet potatoes; toss to coat evenly. Add maple syrup; toss potatoes to coat, and bring to a boil.
  • Transfer skillet to oven; cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are golden, well glazed, and tender when pierced with a paring knife, about 20 minutes. Remove from oven, and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with thyme.

MAPLE-BACON HASSELBACK SWEET POTATOES



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Sweet potatoes get an impressive treatment with this decorative preparation. The hasselback slicing technique is easily achievable (just follow our tips!), and it allows the flavors of bacon, butter, maple syrup and fresh thyme to infuse the sweet potato. The end result is a dish that combines the best flavors of fall in every bite.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium sweet potatoes (orange-fleshed), about 2 lb total
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons real maple syrup
1/3 cup cooked crumbled bacon
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 13x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Poke each sweet potato several times with fork. Place on microwavable plate. Microwave uncovered on High 5 minutes. Cool 5 minutes.
  • Using serrated knife, cut sweet potatoes crosswise into 1/8-inch slices, leaving bottom 1/4 to 1/2 inch intact. Place sweet potatoes in baking dish. Brush potatoes with 1 tablespoon of the melted butter. Sprinkle with salt.
  • Bake 50 to 65 minutes or until completely tender. Brush with remaining tablespoon melted butter. Brush sweet potatoes with maple syrup. Top with bacon and thyme.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

MAPLE ROASTED SWEET POTATOES



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Provided by Claire Robinson

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 small sweet potatoes (or 2 large), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup grade B maple syrup, divided
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
4 large shallots, peeled and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl add the sweet potatoes, 2 tablespoons of the maple syrup, 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Mix to evenly coat the potatoes and arrange on a sheet tray. Roast until caramelized, golden brown and soft, about 20 to 30 minutes. Be sure to check them after 15 minutes and stir, if needed.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-low heat, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the sliced shallots and saute until they start to caramelize, about 5 minutes Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of maple syrup and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Lower heat to medium and cook until golden brown and caramelized, about 5 minutes. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if the pan becomes dry.
  • Add the roasted sweet potato cubes to the caramelized shallots and transfer to a warm serving dish.

BACON-WRAPPED SWEET POTATO BITES



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After making little bacon-wrapped sausages for years, I needed a change! I had an extra sweet potato and half a package of bacon on hand, so I put on my thinking cap and came up with this treat. -Kelly Williams, Forked River, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h5m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 large sweet potatoes (about 1-3/4 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 pound bacon strips, halved
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
Maple syrup, warmed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix butter and seasonings. Add sweet potatoes and toss to coat., Wrap 1 piece bacon around each sweet potato cube; secure with a toothpick. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Place on a parchment-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan., Bake until bacon is crisp and sweet potato is tender, 40-45 minutes. Serve with maple syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for medium-sized sweet potatoes that are firm and have smooth skin. Avoid any that are bruised or have blemishes.
  • Cut the sweet potatoes into even-sized wedges: This will help them cook evenly. If the wedges are too thick, they will take longer to cook and may not get crispy on the outside.
  • Toss the sweet potato wedges in a mixture of oil, spices, and herbs: This will help them get crispy and flavorful. You can use any spices and herbs you like, but some popular options include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  • Bake the sweet potato wedges in a hot oven: This will help them get crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Be sure to flip the wedges halfway through baking so that they cook evenly.
  • Make the maple glaze while the sweet potato wedges are baking: This will give the glaze time to thicken and develop a rich flavor. You can use any type of maple syrup you like, but pure maple syrup will give you the best flavor.
  • Brush the sweet potato wedges with the maple glaze: Do this as soon as they come out of the oven. The glaze will help them get caramelized and shiny.
  • Serve the sweet potato wedges immediately: They are best enjoyed hot and crispy. You can garnish them with fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro, if desired.

Conclusion:

Maple-glazed sweet potato wedges with bacon are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor. Plus, they are a good source of vitamins and minerals. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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