5 from 66 votes
Baked Sweet Potato
Baked Sweet Potato is a straightforward preparation involving whole sweet potatoes baked until soft and tender. The skin is left on, and the cooked potato becomes creamy inside. It is seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and optionally butter, highlighting the natural sweetness of the tuber. This method suits side dishes or nutritious snacks requiring minimal ingredients and effort.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
Servings:
4
servings
Calories:
1026 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 4 sweet potato
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- butter optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Give your sweet potatoes a good wash and scrub.
- Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and poke 4 to 5 holes in each sweet potato with a fork or sharp knife.
- Bake in the oven for approximately 60 minutes, or until soft. To test if they're done, poke them with a fork or knife. You should should feel very little resistance when inserted.
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Notes
- Use a sturdy baking sheet to prevent warping during cooking for even heat distribution.
- A vegetable scrub brush is useful for thoroughly cleaning the sweet potatoes before baking.
Nutrition Information
Calories
102.6kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
23.6g
(8%)
Protein
2.3g
(5%)
Fat
0.2g
(0%)
Saturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Sodium
41mg
(2%)
Fiber
3.8g
(15%)
Sugar
7.4g
(15%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1026
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 102.6kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 23.6g | 8% |
| Protein | 2.3g | 5% |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Sodium | 41mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 15% |
| Sugar | 7.4g | 15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.