Baked Sweet Potato
Simple baked sweet potato — high-heat roasting transforms it into a complete meal. Stuffed with various toppings (sweet or savory) for variety. Healthier than baked potato.
Prep Time
14 min
Cook Time
21 min
Servings
2
Calories
217 cal
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- Sweet Potato½ large
- Olive Oil1 tbsp
- Sugar¼ cup
- Butter¼ cup
- Vanilla Extract½ tsp
- Milk½ cup
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Ingredients
Makes 2 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust
- Sweet Potato0.5 large
- Olive Oil1 tbsp
- Sugar0.25 cup
- Butter0.25 cup
- Vanilla Extract0.5 tsp
- Milk0.5 cup
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven to 425°F (220°C). Scrub 4 medium sweet potatoes thoroughly. Pat dry. Prick all over with a fork.
- 2
Brush each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. The oil + salt creates crispy skin.
- 3
Place directly on the oven rack (use a baking sheet on the rack below to catch drips). Bake 45-60 minutes until very tender when pierced with a knife.
- 4
Cut a slit lengthwise in each potato. Fluff the flesh with a fork.
- 5
For savory toppings: butter, salt, pepper, sour cream, chives, crispy bacon bits, shredded cheese, black beans, salsa, sliced avocado.
- 6
For sweet toppings: butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, maple syrup, toasted pecans, mini marshmallows. Serve immediately.
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💡 Expert Tips
- 1.High heat. 425°F transforms sweet potatoes.
- 2.Oil + salt for crispy skin.
- 3.Prick to prevent bursting.
- 4.Choose your direction — sweet or savory.
🔬 Why It Works
Baked sweet potatoes succeed when properly baked (high heat caramelizes natural sugars, fully tender inside) and topped with complementary flavors. They're naturally sweet so work with both sweet and savory toppings. Healthy enough for everyday, satisfying enough for a meal.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 2 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 2 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
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