Description
A simple and foolproof method to bake perfectly sweet and fluffy sweet potatoes with crispy skin. This baked sweet potato recipe makes a delicious side dish suitable for both sweet and savory toppings, perfect for any meal occasion.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (long and thin)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt or kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the sweet potatoes.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Wash and Poke Potatoes: Thoroughly wash and dry the sweet potatoes. Use a fork to poke several holes (about 8) in each potato to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Coat with Oil and Salt: Drizzle the sweet potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Gently rub the olive oil and salt all over the potato skins to evenly cover them.
- Bake the Sweet Potatoes: Place the coated sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes or until they are tender and easily pierced with a fork or knife.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the sweet potatoes to cool for five minutes before splitting open. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Notes
- Choose medium-sized sweet potatoes for even cooking.
- Poking holes is important to prevent the potatoes from bursting in the oven.
- You can customize toppings to make the dish sweet (brown sugar, cinnamon) or savory (butter, sour cream, herbs).
- Use parchment paper or foil to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Sweet potatoes are done when they yield easily to a fork or knife.
