Cayenne-Glazed Sweet Potatoes with Pineapple and Bacon
Cayenne-Glazed Sweet Potatoes with Pineapple and Bacon balances caramelized sweetness with a gentle, lingering heat. Cinnamon and brown sugar create a glossy glaze that clings to tender potatoes and juicy pineapple, while crisp bacon adds smoky crunch. Serve this crowd-pleasing side for holiday dinners or weekend gatherings when you want bold flavor with a touch of tropical brightness.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Cayenne-Glazed Sweet Potatoes with Pineapple and Bacon, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 30 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 19 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 65
- Heart Health
- 62
- Metabolic
- 34
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 28
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 2
Put the sweet potatoes in a saucepan and add enough water to cover. Add 2 tablespoons cinnamon, bring to a boil, cook for 7 to 10 minutes, then drain.
- 3
Stir together the 1/2 cup brown sugar and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Lay the bacon slices in a baking dish and sprinkle the brown sugar mixture over the bacon.
- 4
Bake the bacon in the oven until crispy, about 10 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel–lined plate to drain, reserving the liquid from the dish. Switch the oven setting to Broil.
- 5
Pour the reserved pineapple juice into a measuring cup and add water to make 1 cup total. Pour this mixture into a skillet and set over medium heat. Stir in the sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 2 teaspoons cinnamon, and cook until the liquid reduces to about half. Add the pineapple and drained sweet potatoes, then cook and stir until most of the liquid is absorbed. Transfer the mixture to a round 2-quart casserole dish. Crumble the drained bacon over the top. Pour the reserved liquid from the bacon dish over the top.
- 6
Place the dish under the broiler until the sugar on top caramelizes, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Calories 210.54 kcal Moderate 11%
- Protein 3.77 g Low Source 8%
- Carbohydrate 47.36 g 17%
- Total Fat 1.74 g Low Source 2%
- Saturated Fat 0.74 g Low Source 4%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 2.81 mg Low Source 1%
- Sodium 102.99 mg Low Source 4%
- Dietary Fiber 3.97 g Moderate 14%
- Total Sugars 34.21 g --
- Added Sugars 0.02 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 34.97 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 0.72 mg Low Source 4%
- Potassium 71.71 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 613.21 mcg Good Source 68%
- Vitamin C 21.49 mg Good Source 24%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Cayenne Glazed Sweet Potatoes with Pineapple and Bacon is made with 8 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 1 hr and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Bacon, Brown Sugar, Cayenne Pepper, and Ground Cinnamon. Each serving provides about 210.54 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cayenne-Glazed Sweet Potatoes with Pineapple and Bacon made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Brown Sugar, Cayenne Pepper, Ground Cinnamon, Pineapple Chunks. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Cayenne-Glazed Sweet Potatoes with Pineapple and Bacon?
- About 1 hr in total: 20 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 210.54 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cayenne-Glazed Sweet Potatoes with Pineapple and Bacon easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 8 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Cayenne-Glazed Sweet Potatoes with Pineapple and Bacon healthy?
- Cayenne-Glazed Sweet Potatoes with Pineapple and Bacon has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 210.54 calories and 3.77 g of protein, or 8% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin A and vitamin C. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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