Baked Sweet Potatoes Steak House Style
Transform your next meal into a steakhouse-style experience with these irresistibly fluffy and caramelized Baked Sweet Potatoes. Perfectly seasoned with olive oil and kosher salt, these sweet potatoes bake to tender perfection, their natural sugars slightly caramelizing for rich, earthy sweetness. Each potato is finished with a pat of unsalted butter, a sprinkle of brown sugar, and a hint of ground cinnamon for a touch of warmth, creating a melt-in-your-mouth flavor that’s both savory and sweet. Top them with fresh chives for a pop of color and an herby kick, and you’ve got a versatile side dish fit for any occasion—or even a satisfying vegetarian main course. With simple ingredients and minimal prep, this wholesome recipe pairs beautifully with steaks, roasted chicken, or your favorite plant-based entrée.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Large sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 teaspoons Brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Thoroughly wash and scrub the sweet potatoes to remove any dirt, leaving the skins on. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
Use a fork to pierce each sweet potato several times. This allows steam to escape during baking.
Rub each sweet potato with olive oil, ensuring they're evenly coated, and sprinkle them lightly with kosher salt.
Place the sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart to allow even cooking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork and their juices are slightly caramelizing on the foil.
Once baked, carefully remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes.
Cut a slit lengthwise down the center of each sweet potato, being careful not to cut all the way through. Gently squeeze the sides to open them slightly.
Place 1 tablespoon of butter, 1 teaspoon of brown sugar, and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon (if using) inside each sweet potato. Use a fork to fluff and mix the interior slightly.
Optional: Garnish with chopped fresh chives for a touch of freshness and color.
Serve hot as a delicious side dish or enjoy as a hearty vegetarian main course!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1354 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.8 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.7 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 890 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.0 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.2 g | ||
| Protein | 14.8 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 294 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 3448 mg | 73% | |
*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.
