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Baked Sweet Potato Recipe

Learn how to bake sweet potatoes with these foolproof tips! Includes air fryer and microwave variations.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 1
Calories: 194 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • sweet potato
  • butter
  • kosher salt

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400º F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Scrub sweet potatoes until clean. Pat dry with paper towels. Prick with a fork or the tip of a sharp paring knife over the top of the potato to allow steam to escape as the potatoes bake.
  3. Arrange the sweet potatoes on baking sheet, making sure not to allow them to touch. Cook until fragrant, the skins have puffed and are dimpled, and a fork is easily inserted through the center of the sweet potatoes, about 50 to 55 minutes.
Baked Sweet Potato Halves
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  1. Preheat oven to 400º F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup. Drizzle with olive oil.
  2. Scrub sweet potatoes until clean. Pat dry with paper towels. Slice the sweet potato in half lengthwise.
  3. Arrange the sweet potatoes on baking sheet flesh side down, making sure to slide the flesh of the potato through the olive oil to coat. Do not allow them to touch. Cook until fragrant, the skins have puffed and are dimpled, and a fork is easily inserted through the center of the sweet potatoes, about 30 minutes.
Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes
  1. Preheat to 400º F. Line the air fryer pan with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Scrub sweet potatoes until clean. Pat dry with paper towels. Prick with a fork or the tip of a sharp paring knife over the top of the potato to allow steam to escape as the potatoes bake.
  3. Arrange the sweet potatoes on baking sheet, making sure not to allow them to touch. Cook until fragrant, the skins have puffed and are dimpled, and a fork is easily inserted through the center of the sweet potatoes, about 30 to 40 minutes.
Microwave Sweet Potatoes
  1. Scrub sweet potatoes until clean. Pat dry with paper towels. Prick with a fork or the tip of a sharp paring knife over the top of the potato to allow steam to escape as the potatoes bake.
  2. Arrange the sweet potatoes on a microwave-safe dish lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Cook on High setting until fragrant, the skins have puffed and dimpled, and a fork is easily inserted through the center of the sweet potato. A general timeframe for cooking time is included in the recipe post.

Notes

  • To store. Cool the baked sweet potatoes and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days. Reheat in the oven, air fryer, or microwave to serve.
  • To make ahead. Bake the sweet potatoes and hold them in a warm oven (at least 140º F) for up to 30 minutes. Otherwise, cool the baked sweet potatoes and store in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven, air fryer, or microwave to serve.
  • To freeze. Cool the baked sweet potatoes and wrap them in foil. Place into an airtight, freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 6 months. To serve, thaw in the refrigerator overnight, remove the foil and reheat them in the oven, air fryer, or microwave.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 194kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 45g (15%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Sodium 124mg (5%) Potassium 762mg (22%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 32063IU (641%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 68mg (7%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 194

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 194kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 45g 15%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Sodium 124mg 5%
Potassium 762mg 16%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 32063IU 641%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 68mg 7%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.