Texas Roadhouse Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon Sugar (Copycat Recipe)

This delightful copycat recipe captures the essence of Texas Roadhouse's famous sweet potatoes, featuring a perfectly baked sweet potato topped with a luscious cinnamon sugar mixture. The combination of the natural sweetness of the potato and the warm, aromatic spices creates a comforting side dish that pairs beautifully with any meal. It's a simple yet indulgent treat that meets dietary preferences for a sweet side without any savory elements.

Ingredients:

• 4 medium sweet potatoes
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Mini marshmallows (optional, for topping)

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 directly on the oven rack and bake for about 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
4. While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the cinnamon sugar mixture. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt.
5. Once the sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
6. Cut a slit down the center of each sweet potato and gently fluff the insides with a fork.
7. Drizzle the melted butter and vanilla extract over the sweet potatoes, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture generously on top.
8. If desired, add mini marshmallows on top and return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes until the marshmallows are golden brown.
9. Serve warm and enjoy!