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Perfect Baked Sweet Potatoes

This simple recipe for baked sweet potatoes yields tender, fluffy insides and perfectly crisp skins. A versatile side dish that pairs well with a variety of meals.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt.
  3. Dry the sweet potatoes with a towel and prick each potato several times with a fork.
  4. Rub each sweet potato with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  5. Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra crispy skin, rub the sweet potatoes with a little more olive oil before baking. You can also microwave the sweet potatoes for 5 minutes before baking to reduce cooking time.

  • Author: Sophie Lane
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Method: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 41g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg