These oven-baked sweet potatoes are an easy and delicious side or main for an easy dinner. The method is straightforward: wash the potatoes, poke a few holes, and toss them in a hot oven.
After about an hour (depending on their size), they’re perfectly baked and ready to be loaded with your favorite toppings.
Perfect Baked Sweet Potatoes
Oven-baked sweet potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, especially during colder months. They’re warm, hearty, and incredibly versatile.
Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal or a delicious side dish to complement your main course, oven-baked sweet potatoes are a fantastic option. With minimal prep and just one ingredient, these fluffy and perfectly cooked sweet potatoes are ready to enjoy in no time.
To serve, dollop with butter and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add a dash of cinnamon or take it to the next level with toppings like pulled pork, chili, or your favorite cheeses for an extra flavor.
What You Need
Sweet Potatoes
Salt
Pepper
Toppings – I have a whole section below with all the different toppings I recommend
How to Bake Sweet Potatoes
Prep The Sweet Potatoes
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). This temperature is ideal for baking sweet potatoes, ensuring they cook evenly and develop a slightly crispy exterior.
Scrub the sweet potatoes well under running water to remove dirt or debris. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork or sharp knife in several places. This will help steam escape during baking, preventing the potatoes from bursting.
Cook
Place the prepared sweet potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Baking the sweet potatoes directly on the rack can help to develop a crispier skin, while using a baking sheet can make cleanup easier.
Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork. The skin should also be slightly wrinkled and the sweet potato should yield to gentle pressure.
Cool and Serve
Let the sweet potatoes cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them plain or with your favorite toppings.
How Long to Bake
Bake the sweet potatoes for 45-60 minutes, or until you can easily insert a fork. At this point, the skin will be slightly wrinkled.
Toppings and Stuffing Suggestions
Baked sweet potatoes are a blank canvas for endless topping possibilities. Here are some great options to try:
Sweet: Butter, cinnamon, brown sugar, maple syrup, honey, or marshmallows
Savory: Chili, pulled pork, crispy bacon, cheddar, goat, or blue cheese, avocado, sour cream, Greek yogurt, salsa, guacamole, or roasted veggies
Hearty: Black beans, chickpeas, lentils, or quinoa
Spicy: Sriracha or your favorite hot sauce
Fresh: Cilantro, parsley, green onions, or chopped nuts like walnuts and pecans
Mix and match to discover your perfect flavor combination!
How to Store and Reheat
To store cooked sweet potatoes, place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. For longer storage, wrap individual sweet potatoes in foil and store in a freezer-safe container or bag. Frozen sweet potatoes can be stored for up to 6 months.
To reheat, microwave the sweet potato for 1-2 minutes or until heated. If reheating from frozen, thaw the sweet potato overnight in the refrigerator before microwaving. For a crispier exterior, you can reheat the sweet potato in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes.
How to Serve Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Below are some of the mains I like to serve these sweet potatoes with;
Grilled Pork Chops
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Oven Baked Sweet Potatos
Ingredients
- 6 Sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare sweet potatoes: Scrub the sweet potatoes well under running water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Prick sweet potatoes: Pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork or sharp knife in several places to allow steam to escape.
- Bake: Place the prepared sweet potatoes on the baking sheet rub with olive oil and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Serve: Let the sweet potatoes cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them plain or with your favorite toppings.
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Author: Charlie Reeves
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