Texas Roadhouse Sweet Potato with Cinnamon Sugar (Copycat Recipe)

This delightful sweet potato dish, inspired by Texas Roadhouse, features a perfectly baked sweet potato topped with a warm cinnamon sugar mixture. The combination of the natural sweetness of the potato and the aromatic spice creates a comforting side dish that is both satisfying and indulgent. It's a classic recipe that adheres to traditional cooking methods and is suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.

Ingredients:

• 4 medium sweet potatoes
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
• 1/4 cup mini marshmallows (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly, then pierce each potato several times with a fork.
3. Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
4. While the sweet potatoes are baking, in a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
5. Once the sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
6. Slice each sweet potato open lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork.
7. Spread the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the fluffed sweet potatoes.
8. If desired, sprinkle chopped pecans and mini marshmallows on top.
9. Return the sweet potatoes to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the toppings are warm and slightly melted.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy!