Baked Sweet Potato with Topping
Transform your weeknight dinner with this irresistible Baked Sweet Potato with Topping recipe, a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and creamy flavors. These tender, oven-baked sweet potatoes are infused with a hint of olive oil, salt, and pepper, then generously loaded with a luscious topping of tangy sour cream, melty cheddar cheese, crispy bacon bits, and fresh green onions. Perfect as a hearty side dish or a stand-alone meal, this 4-serving recipe is simple to prepare with just 10 minutes of prep time and 50 minutes in the oven. Whether you're hosting a cozy family dinner or looking to elevate your meal prep game, this flavorful dish delivers comfort and gourmet appeal in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups sour cream
- 0.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 0.25 cups crispy bacon bits
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly, then dry them with a clean towel.
Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape while baking.
Rub the sweet potatoes with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated, and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Place the sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the toppings by mixing sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and crispy bacon bits in a bowl.
Once the sweet potatoes are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes.
Slice each sweet potato lengthwise down the middle, being careful not to cut all the way through, and gently fluff the insides with a fork to create a pocket for the toppings.
Spoon the prepared topping mixture evenly over each sweet potato.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1450 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.8 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.3 g | 201% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 160 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 2881 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.0 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.3 g | ||
| Protein | 43.1 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 718 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1938 mg | 41% | |
*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.
