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Home » Healthier Recipes » Baked Sweet Potatoes

Baked Sweet Potatoes

Published: Jan 3, 2019 · Modified: Nov 11, 2021 by Allison · 7 Comments

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Fluffy, slightly sweet, and loaded with nutrients, a Baked Sweet Potato makes a delicious side dish or meal. With lots of options for toppings and seasonings, there’s bound to be a combination you’ll love! 

Baked Sweet Potatoes topped with butter and brown sugar.

My family absolutely loves sweet potatoes. Sweet Potato Pancakes are a breakfast staple, and my Sweet Potato Casserole, Sweet Potato Souffle, and Candied Sweet Potatoes are always on rotation during the holidays. But, for the times I’m looking for a quick and nutritious meal or side dish, Baked Sweet Potatoes are my go-to.

Baked Sweet Potatoes require very little hands-on time, and with an endless number of toppings and fillings, they can be served so many different ways. We even eat them for breakfast… more on that below!

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Baked Sweet Potato and Salad on a plate.

How to Make Baked Sweet Potatoes:

  1. Give your sweet potatoes a rinse and scrub.
  2. Pat them dry.
  3. Pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork. Make sure you pierce deep, as this allows steam to escape.
  4. Place the sweet potatoes on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet and bake for about 45 minutes.
How to make baked Sweet Potatoes

My favorite part about making (and eating) sweet potatoes is the toppings! Mix and match your favorite spices and toppings to create your perfect sweet potato. Here are some ideas:

Toppings for Baked Sweet Potatoes:

  • Butter, salt and pepper
  • Brown sugar, cinnamon, honey butter, and salt (my fave)
  • Maple syrup, butter and toasted pecans
  • Sour cream, chives, salt, and pepper
  • Blue cheese, walnuts and honey
  • Mini marshmallows, brown sugar and cinnamon (pop it under the broiler to toast the marshmallows a bit).

Main dish options

Baked Sweet Potatoes also make a great base for heartier toppings. Adding any of these to your sweet potato elevates it from side dish to main dish:

  • Beef, Turkey or Veggie Chili
  • Sloppy Joe meat (see pic below)
  • Taco seasoned beef or chicken
  • Black beans, corn, salsa, and avocado
  • Shredded chicken tossed with BBQ sauce
Baked Sweet Potato filled with Sloppy Joe meat.

Breakfast options

Baked Sweet Potatoes make a great breakfast, too! Yes, breakfast! Bake extra sweet potatoes at dinner so that you have leftovers for breakfast. Reheat them in the microwave, then add toppings. These are our favorite toppings for breakfast:

  • Almond butter, granola, berries and honey
  • Peanut butter, sliced bananas, honey and cinnamon
  • Vanilla yogurt and berries

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  • Pumpkin Cranberry Muffins
  • Pumpkin Banana Bread
  • Almond Cranberry Cake
  • Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows & Streusel

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Baked Sweet Potatoes topped with butter and brown sugar.

Baked Sweet Potatoes

These easy Baked Sweet Potatoes make a delicious side dish or a meal on their own. With lots of options for toppings and seasonings, there’s bound to be a combination you’ll love!
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 111kcal
Author: Allison – Celebrating Sweets

Ingredients

  • 4 Sweet Potatoes
  • Butter and salt plus any other toppings desired see note

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Rinse, scrub and pat dry the sweet potatoes.
  • Place the potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet that has been lined with foil (easy clean up!). Bake for 45-55 minutes, until a sharp knife easily inserts into the center of the potatoes, and they are soft and tender if you give them a squeeze. Use a clean kitchen towel to squeeze them.
  • Slice the potatoes open and fill with your desired seasonings and toppings.

Notes

A medium sized sweet potato should bake for about 45 minutes. Adjust the bake time based on the size of your potatoes.
TOPPING OPTIONS:
  • Brown sugar, cinnamon, butter and salt
  • Maple syrup, butter and toasted pecans
  • Sour cream, chives, salt and pepper
  • Blue cheese, walnuts and honey
  • Mini marshmallows, brown sugar and cinnamon (pop it under the broiler to toast the marshmallows a bit)
  • Beef, Turkey or Veggie Chili
  • Sloppy Joe meat
  • Taco seasoned beef or chicken
  • Black beans, corn, salsa and avocado
  • Shredded chicken tossed with BBQ sauce
  • Almond butter, granola, berries and honey
  • Peanut butter, sliced bananas, honey and cinnamon
  • Vanilla yogurt and berries
Nutrition fact are for the potato only (no toppings).

Nutrition

Calories: 111kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 2g | Sodium: 71mg | Potassium: 438mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 18445IU | Vitamin C: 3.1mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 0.8mg

Nutritional Information is an estimate based on third-party calculations and may vary based on products used and serving sizes.

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This post originally appeared on Real Housemoms, where I am a contributor.

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  1. Suzy

    January 03, 2019 at 12:28 pm

    5 stars
    These sweet potatoes look amazing! Saving to try the recipe.

    Reply
  2. Andrea Metlika

    January 03, 2019 at 12:47 pm

    5 stars
    My family loves sweet potatoes and your ideas are perfect. I’m going to try adding a few toppings to mine. thanks.

    Reply
  3. Jenna

    January 03, 2019 at 1:17 pm

    5 stars
    I have yet to do a sweet version of baked sweet potatoes. These look fantastic for a dinner I’m hosting next weekend!

    Reply
  4. Amy | The Cook Report

    January 03, 2019 at 1:57 pm

    5 stars
    I love how versatile baked sweet potatoes are, they make such an easy dinner.

    Reply
  5. Katie

    January 03, 2019 at 1:59 pm

    5 stars
    So simple and delicious! Can’t wait to try out your additions!

    Reply
  6. Bryan

    January 29, 2019 at 10:35 am

    5 stars
    Oh the pictures of these sweet potatoes look amazing! haha I also took a look at the sweet potatoes pancakes too. I’ll be making these recipes soon, thank you!

    Reply
    • Celebrating Sweets

      February 01, 2019 at 10:26 am

      Thanks!

      Reply

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