Baked Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with these incredibly flavorful baked sweet potatoes! Sweet and savory, perfectly tender, and bursting with natural sweetness, this easy recipe is a delicious side dish or satisfying main course. Say goodbye to bland sweet potatoes and hello to a culinary adventure!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 439.2 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Sweet Potatoes

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How to Make Baked Sweet Potatoes

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly. Pierce them several times with a fork.
  3. Drizzle the sweet potatoes with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  4. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and your favorite spices (cinnamon, paprika, garlic powder are all great choices!).
  5. Place the sweet potatoes directly on the oven rack.
  6. Bake for 60-90 minutes, or until a fork easily pierces the center. Cooking time will depend on the size of your sweet potatoes.
  7. Let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

218g

Fat

37g

Carbs

28g