Baked Sweet Potatoes
Baked sweet potatoes are warm, fluffy, naturally sweet, and so easy to make. Once baked, they have creamy, soft centers and deliciously crispy skins.
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 212kcal
Ingredients
- 4 Sweet Potatoes
- 2 tsp Olive oil
- Salt
Toppings:
- Butter
- Parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200 C / 400 F.
- Scrub the sweet potatoes really well. Rub oil and salt on them, and prick all over with a fork.
- Place them on a baking tray and bake for 40-50 minutes or until tender.
- Let cool for 5-7 minutes, cut the top with a knife, top with a pat of butter, and sprinkle with parsley.Enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust the baking time for size. I used medium-sized potatoes. Larger sweet potatoes will need more time, while smaller ones will cook faster.
- Choose similar sized sweet potatoes for even baking.
- Scrub the sweet potatoes well and cut off any the blemished parts.
- To check for doneness, pierce the thickest part of the sweet potato with a sharp knife. It should slide in easily without resistance.
- For a crisp skin, skip the foil. Place the sweet potatoes directly on the baking tray rather than wrapping them in foil.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 212kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 124mg | Potassium: 762mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 32063IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 1mg