Description
Baked Sweet Potatoes are the perfect comfort food that is both nutritious and delicious. This simple recipe yields tender and flavorful results, making it ideal for any meal of the day. Enjoy it as a side dish or a hearty main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Toppings
- Your favorite toppings (cinnamon, honey, cheese, bacon bits, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). This high temperature is key to achieving that tender interior and crispy skin.
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly under running water, scrubbing off any dirt. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
- Season: Use a fork to poke several holes in each sweet potato. This allows steam to escape during baking. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Bake: Place the sweet potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 45-60 minutes, depending on their size, until they are soft when pierced with a fork.
- Let Cool and Serve: Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before slicing them open. Fluff the insides with a fork and add your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Choose medium-sized sweet potatoes for even cooking.
- Don’t skip poking holes to prevent them from bursting in the oven.
- For extra moisture, wrap them in aluminum foil before baking.
- Use a fork to test for doneness; they should be soft.
- Larger sweet potatoes may require more cooking time, so check them frequently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium sweet potato
- Calories: 112
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 55 milligrams
- Fat: 0.2 grams
- Saturated Fat: 0 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 26 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
Keywords: baked sweet potatoes, comfort food, healthy recipe, side dish