Perfectly Baked Sweet Potatoes

two baked sweet potatoes on a white plate topped with butter.

Perfectly Baked Sweet Potatoes

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: baked sweet potato

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 1

Total Time: 1 5

Servings:

Calories: 212kcal

Author: Megan Gilmore

Baked Sweet Potatoes turn out perfectly tender every time with this easy cooking method. Their natural sweetness and creamy interior make them a delicious addition to your next meal!

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Ingredients

4 medium sweet potatoes (about 8 to 12 ounces each)
2 teaspoons olive oil

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425ºF and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scrub the sweet potatoes under running water to remove any dirt, then dry them well with a towel.
Pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork or knife to vent, then rub them with a bit of olive oil, using about a 1/2 teaspoon of oil per potato. Arrange the potatoes in a single layer on the parchment-lined baking sheet. (If you plan on eating the sweet potato skins, feel free to sprinkle them generously with salt.)
Bake at 425ºF for 45 to 60 minutes, or until a fork can be easily inserted into the thickest part of the sweet potato. Potatoes that are 8 ounces or smaller should be done in 45 minutes, but larger potatoes will take at least 60 minutes. Err on the side of over-baking if you don't like the potatoes to be firm in the center.
Let the sweet potatoes cool briefly on the pan, then slice and serve warm with any toppings you love. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Notes

• Nutrition information is for 1 medium baked sweet potato, including the skin. This information is automatically calculated and is just an estimate, not a guarantee.

• If you have leftover baked potato to use up, try adding it to a sweet potato smoothie, muffins, or even a glass of eggnog.

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