Making a Baked Sweet Potato in the oven is so easy and comes out perfectly sweet and fluffy on the inside with this foolproof recipe.

Making a Baked Sweet Potato in the oven is so easy and comes out perfectly sweet and fluffy on the inside with this foolproof recipe.
Baked Sweet Potato

Roasting sweet potatoes in the oven brings out their natural flavor and sweetness. There is no need to add syrup or marshmallows to them; they are perfectly sweet on their own. If your busy and working all day, I also love making them in the crock pot, with this Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Recipe –just dump them in, set it and forget it.

Baked Sweet Potatoes in the oven are so easy and come out perfectly sweet and fluffy on the inside with this foolproof recipe.

Baked sweet potatoes are the perfect, healthy side dish in the fall months. They are also great stuffed as a main dish, like this Vegetarian Loaded Sweet Potato Chili and Sloppy Joe Baked Sweet Potato.  If you like to simply eat it with some butter on top, a little goes a long way or try it with coconut oil to keep it dairy free. To save calories, omit all together and try sprinkling on cinnamon, cumin, chili powder or even pumpkin spice.

Are sweet potatoes healthy?

Sweet potatoes are a whole food that pack a powerful nutritional punch. In one medium potato, you get over 400 percent of your daily vitamin A requirement. They are also high in fiber and potassium and are a great source of beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant that gives orange fruits and vegetables their vibrant color.

Tips

When buying sweet potatoes, avoid sweet potatoes with soft skin or wrinkles, cracks, or soft spots. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 3 to 5 weeks.

How To Make Sweet Potatoes in the oven.Baked Sweet Potatoes in the oven are so easy and come out perfectly sweet and fluffy on the inside with this foolproof recipe.Baked Sweet Potatoes in the oven are so easy and come out perfectly sweet and fluffy on the inside with this foolproof recipe.Baked Sweet Potatoes in the oven are so easy and come out perfectly sweet and fluffy on the inside with this foolproof recipe.

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Baked Sweet Potatoes

Prep Time: 5 mins

Cook Time: 50 mins

Total Time: 55 mins

Making a Baked Sweet Potato in the oven is so easy and comes out perfectly sweet and fluffy on the inside with this foolproof recipe.

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes, 5.5 ounces each, scrubbed clean
  • kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • optional toppings: butter, coconut oil, cinnamon, salsa, yogurt

  • Preheat oven to 425F. On a baking sheet, (lined with foil for easy clean-up if you wish) prick sweet potatoes all over with a fork.

  • Bake until tender, or until a fork inserted in the thickest part has no resistance, 45 to 50 minutes.

  • Let cool, then split the tops open with a knife. Season with salt and pepper and add your favorite toppings.

Serving: 1potato, Calories: 164kcal, Carbohydrates: 38g, Protein: 2.5g, Fat: 0.5g, Sodium: 20mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 6.5g

Freestyle Points: 5

Photo credit: Jess Larson

posted September 10, 2019 by Gina