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Baked Sweet Potatoes (Perfectly Soft and Fluffy)

Perfectly Soft and Fluffy Baked Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Baked Sweet Potatoes are a healthy, satisfying side dish that complements any meal with their rich flavor and fluffy texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Baked Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Opt for medium-sized potatoes for even cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Feel free to substitute with avocado oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Adjust according to personal preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • fork
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Scrub the sweet potatoes under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  3. Pierce each sweet potato 4-5 times with a fork.
  4. Rub each potato generously with olive oil, then sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper.
  5. Arrange the potatoes on the baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes.
  6. Once baked, let the sweet potatoes cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 4gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 370mgPotassium: 769mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 184IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Choose uniform-sized sweet potatoes for even cooking. It's crucial to pierce them to prevent bursting during baking.

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