Baked Sweet Potato
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this easy-to-make Baked Sweet Potato recipe! Perfectly caramelized with a tender, fluffy interior, these sweet potatoes are seasoned with a touch of olive oil and salt for maximum flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep time and an hour in the oven, you’ll have a deliciously nutritious side dish or light main course ready to serve. Optional toppings like butter and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon elevate the natural sweetness, making this dish a versatile crowd-pleaser for any meal. Whether you’re meal-prepping or crafting a quick weeknight dinner, this gluten-free, vegan-friendly recipe is a wholesome addition to your menu.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized Sweet potatoes
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Butter (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
Using a fork, pierce each sweet potato 5-6 times all over. This allows steam to escape during cooking and prevents the potatoes from bursting.
Rub the sweet potatoes with olive oil to coat them lightly. Sprinkle salt evenly over the surface for added flavor.
Place the sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart for even cooking.
Bake the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, depending on their size. Test their doneness by inserting a knife or skewer into the center—it should slide in easily when fully cooked.
Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes. Carefully cut a slit lengthwise on each potato and gently fluff the insides with a fork.
If desired, top the sweet potatoes with a small pat of butter and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon for extra richness and flavor.
Serve the baked sweet potatoes warm as a side dish or enjoy them on their own as a healthy, satisfying meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
905 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.1 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2651 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.6 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 175 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 12 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
