Name: Baked Sweet Potatoes for Supper
Yield: 4

The secret to faster, reliable Baked Sweet Potatoes? Cut them in half! They roast quicker and get caramelized outsides with a soft, fluffy center.

Baked Sweet Potatoes In Half The Time!

It is satisfying to sweet potatoes, so it’s time I share the easiest way to bake them!

I first tried this with regular potatoes, then had to try it with sweet potatoes. It worked—and tasted amazing!

This recipe only needs four ingredients: sweet potatoes, olive oil, salt, and pepper. You can add any toppings you like (I’ll share ideas soon), but the base recipe is really simple.

Quick Tip

Sweet potatoes are full of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants. Their high fiber content makes them filling, and they taste great!

Ingredients

Sweet Potatoes: Choose sweet potatoes that are firm, smooth, and free of cracks or soft spots.
Olive Oil: Makes the potatoes crispy and flavorful. It also helps the seasoning stick.
Salt and Pepper: Adds flavor, and the salt helps make them crispy.

Quick Tip

Turn Baked Sweet Potatoes into a meal with one of these recipes: Mediterranean Sweet Potatoes, Loaded Sweet Potato, and Stuffed Sweet Potatoes.

How To Make Baked Sweet Potatoes

Heat Oven: Set to 400°F.
Prepare Baking Sheet: Line with parchment paper.
Clean Potatoes: Scrub 4 sweet potatoes, dry, and cut in half.
Season Potatoes: Place on the sheet, pierce skins, drizzle with oil, and season with salt and pepper.
Bake: Bake flesh side down for 30-37 minutes, until tender.