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Baked sweet potato topped with butter and chopped chives on a wooden plate.

Easy Baked Sweet Potato

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 194 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 sweet potatoes

Instructions
 

  • Heat the oven to 425°F and set a rack in the center. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Scrub the sweet potatoes under running water to remove any dirt. Pat dry thoroughly. Trim any bad spots or roots but leave the skin otherwise intact.
  • Use a fork or sharp knife to poke 6–8 holes all around each sweet potato to allow steam to escape.
    Sweet potatoes being sliced with a fork on a white cutting board.
  • Place the potatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Bake uncovered for 40–60 minutes, depending on size, until a fork or knife slides easily into the center and the potatoes feel very soft when gently squeezed.
    Sweet potatoes roasting in the oven for healthy baking or cooking recipes.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool a few minutes. Slice lengthwise, fluff with a fork, and serve warm with desired toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 194kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.04gSodium: 124mgFiber: 7g
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