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Quick Baked Sweet Potatoes

Quick Baked Sweet Potatoes for Effortless Flavor in Minutes

Quick Baked Sweet Potatoes are a creamy side dish that elevates any meal in just 35 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Explore using purple or white sweet potatoes for unique flavors.
For Baking
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Adds moisture and helps achieve crispy skins; consider omitting for a lighter version.
  • to taste Salt Enhances overall flavor; adjust to taste with sea salt or kosher salt.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Silicone Mat or Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  2. Brush your baking sheet with oil or line it with silicone or parchment paper.
  3. Slice sweet potatoes in half lengthwise, brush with oil, and sprinkle with salt.
  4. Place the sweet potatoes cut side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 25 to 35 minutes until fork-tender.
  6. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before fluffing with a fork.
  7. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy your Quick Baked Sweet Potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 4gFat: 0.2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 625mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 19200IUVitamin C: 22mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.8mg

Notes

Store leftovers in a covered container in the fridge for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze wrapped sweet potatoes for up to 3 months.

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