Description
Baked Sweet Potatoes are a deliciously versatile dish that brings the perfect blend of natural sweetness and creamy texture to your meals. Ideal for any occasion, these sweet potatoes serve as a healthy side dish, quick lunch, or easy dinner option. Their adaptability allows you to customize each serving with a variety of toppings, making them a favorite among both kids and adults. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, Baked Sweet Potatoes are not just tasty but also a nutritious choice that can be enjoyed in numerous ways. Whether you’re topping them with butter and herbs or drizzling honey butter for a sweet twist, these baked delights will surely become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 4 sweet potatoes
- butter
- salt
- pepper
- pure maple syrup or brown sugar
- honey butter
- salsa
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Scrub the sweet potatoes under running water and pat dry.
- Place cleaned sweet potatoes on a lined baking sheet and poke holes in each with a fork.
- Bake until tender: 30-40 minutes for small, 40-50 minutes for medium, and 50-60 minutes for large sweet potatoes.
- Cut each potato in half and top with your favorite choices like butter, salt, honey butter, or salsa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium baked sweet potato (130g)
- Calories: 112
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg