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baked sweet potato oven

A simple and nutritious baked sweet potato recipe that highlights the natural sweetness and flavor of sweet potatoes, perfect as a side dish or a healthy snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 112
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes washed and scrubbed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil optional for drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional for flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly under running water.
  3. Pat the sweet potatoes dry with a clean towel.
  4. Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
Baking
  1. Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and cinnamon if using.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.
  4. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve baked sweet potatoes as is or with toppings like butter, brown sugar, or yogurt for added flavor.