Baked Sweet Potato Sticks
Transform your snack game with these irresistibly crispy and flavorful Baked Sweet Potato Sticks! Perfectly seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of black pepper, these oven-baked delights strike the ideal balance between sweet and savory. A light coating of cornstarch ensures a satisfying crisp on the outside, while the tender inside melts in your mouth. Ready in just 35 minutes, this healthy alternative to fried fries is simple to prepare and ideal as a side dish, appetizer, or snack. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color and freshness, and serve them up straight from the oven for best results. Perfectly crispy, guilt-free, and packed with flavor, these sweet potato sticks are sure to become your new go-to recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into thin, even sticks about 1/4-inch thick.
Place the cut sweet potato sticks in a large mixing bowl and sprinkle them with cornstarch. Toss well to evenly coat the sticks.
Drizzle the olive oil over the sweet potato sticks, followed by the paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until the sticks are evenly coated with the seasoning.
Spread the sweet potato sticks out on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure they do not touch or overlap. Overcrowding can prevent them from becoming crispy.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping the sticks halfway through to ensure even cooking. They should become golden and crispy at the edges.
Remove the sweet potato sticks from the oven and let them cool slightly. Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve immediately as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
579 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1383 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.0 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 123 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 88 mg | 2% | |
*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.
