Description
Baked Sweet Potatoes are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors that will elevate any meal. With their crispy skin and creamy interior, these roasted sweet potatoes are not only easy to make but also adaptable to various toppings, making them perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Whether enjoyed as a side dish or a main attraction, this recipe guarantees satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse and scrub the sweet potatoes; pat dry with a towel.
- Poke holes in each potato using a fork to allow steam to escape.
- Drizzle olive oil over each potato and rub it in evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes until tender and skin is crispy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium sweet potato (150g)
- Calories: 162
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg