Vegan Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Craving a healthier alternative to traditional fries? These Vegan Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries deliver bold flavor and the perfect crunch—all without deep-frying! Coated with a crave-worthy blend of garlic powder, smoked paprika, and just a hint of cayenne, these golden fries are irresistibly seasoned. The secret to their crispiness lies in soaking the sweet potato slices to remove excess starch and dusting them with a light layer of cornstarch before baking. Perfectly baked at 425°F to golden perfection, these fries are a nutritious, gluten-free, and oil-light snack or side dish. Pair them with your favorite vegan dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing treat that's easy to make in under an hour. Healthy, crispy, and packed with flavor—this recipe is your ultimate guilt-free comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
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 evenly sized, thin fries, about 1/4 inch thick.
Place the cut sweet potatoes into a large mixing bowl, add cold water to cover, and soak them for at least 30 minutes. This helps remove excess starch for extra crispiness.
After soaking, drain the sweet potatoes and pat them thoroughly dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Return the dried sweet potato fries to the mixing bowl. Add the olive oil to the fries and toss to coat evenly.
In a small bowl, combine cornstarch, salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
Sprinkle the spice mixture over the sweet potatoes, tossing again to ensure an even coating.
Arrange the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they don't touch each other to allow for even cooking and crisping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then flip each fry and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let them cool for a couple of minutes. Serve hot as a side dish or snack, optionally with your choice of dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
749 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.5 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2652 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.4 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 173 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 103 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.
