Description
Baked sweet potatoes are a deliciously comforting dish that combines natural sweetness with a creamy, fluffy texture. With their crispy skin and warm, inviting interior, they make an excellent side or main dish for any occasion. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also allows for endless topping variations, making each serving a unique culinary adventure.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Optional toppings: butter, cinnamon, brown sugar, feta cheese, chili flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and pat dry.
- Prick each potato several times with a fork to prevent steam buildup.
- Drizzle olive oil over the potatoes and season with salt and pepper.
- Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender; check doneness by inserting a knife or fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main/Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium baked sweet potato (180g)
- Calories: 162
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.05g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg