{"id":38618,"date":"2025-01-27T14:27:51","date_gmt":"2025-01-27T14:27:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/demo4.dedicatedhost247.com\/news\/baked-sweet-potato-recipe-skinnytaste\/"},"modified":"2025-01-27T14:27:51","modified_gmt":"2025-01-27T14:27:51","slug":"baked-sweet-potato-recipe-skinnytaste","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/demo4.dedicatedhost247.com\/news\/baked-sweet-potato-recipe-skinnytaste\/","title":{"rendered":"Baked Sweet Potato Recipe &#8211; Skinnytaste"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div data-ast-blocks-layout=\"true\">\n<div class=\"content-disclaimer-text disclaimer-location-top\">This post may contain affiliate links. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/legal\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow noopener\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<div class=\"dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden\" style=\"display: none;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/baked-sweet-potato-170x255.png\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/baked-sweet-potato.png\" data-pin-title=\"Baked sweet potato\" data-pin-description=\"Baked Sweet Potatoes in the oven are so easy and come out perfectly sweet and fluffy on the inside with this foolproof recipe. #sweetpotatoes #vegetables #healthyrecipes #sidedish #healthysidedish\" class=\"dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-inner\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/div>\n<div class=\"dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden\" style=\"display: none;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-5-170x255.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-5.jpg\" data-pin-title=\"Baked Sweet Potato\" data-pin-description=\"Baked Sweet Potatoes in the oven are so easy and come out perfectly sweet and fluffy on the inside with this foolproof recipe. #sweetpotatoes #vegetables #healthyrecipes #sidedish #healthysidedish\" alt=\"Baked Sweet Potatoes\" class=\"dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-inner  dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-single\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/div>\n<p><span id=\"dpsp-post-content-markup\" data-image-pin-it=\"true\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Making a <strong>Baked Sweet Potato<\/strong> in the oven is so easy and comes out perfectly sweet and fluffy on the inside with this foolproof recipe.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" fetchpriority=\"high\" data-pin-description=\"Baked Sweet Potatoes in the oven are so easy and come out perfectly sweet and fluffy on the inside with this foolproof recipe. #sweetpotatoes #vegetables #healthyrecipes #sidedish #healthysidedish\" data-pin-title=\"Baked Sweet Potato\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-5.jpg\" alt=\"Baked Sweet Potatoes\" class=\"wp-image-56129\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-5.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-5-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-5-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-5-170x255.jpg 170w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-5-260x390.jpg 260w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-5-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Baked Sweet Potato<\/h2>\n<p>Roasting sweet potatoes in the oven brings out their natural flavor and sweetness. Using this cooking method, there\u2019s no need to wrap them in foil. This can also be made with yams instead, they roast up perfect! If you\u2019re trying to make them a little faster, I also love making them in the air fryer, with this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/air-fryer-baked-sweet-potato\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow noopener\">Air Fryer Baked Sweet Potato Recipe<\/a> \u2013 same results with less time. And if you want to make sweet potato cubes in the oven, try this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/roasted-sweet-potatoes\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow noopener\">Roasted Sweet Potato recipe<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><span id=\"more-56083\"\/><\/p>\n<div id=\"author_note_block_block_9b31c88a567355b2393b836ddb7dfdf8\" class=\"author-note-block wp-block-group is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"author-note-title\">Why This Works<\/h2>\n<div class=\"author-note-content-wrapper\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full author-note-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/gina-author-note.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Gina @ Skinnytaste.com\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/gina-author-note.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/gina-author-note-260x260.jpg 260w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/gina-author-note-75x75.jpg 75w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/gina-author-note-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/gina-author-note-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>I never used to like sweet potatoes, but now I can\u2019t get enough of them!! Baked sweet potatoes are the perfect, healthy side dish in the fall and months. Here\u2019s a few reasons to make them:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Good for you!<\/strong> Sweet potatoes are loaded with vitamins A and C, fiber, and potassium. Baking preserves their nutrients, making them a deliciously healthy addition to your diet. They\u2019re also naturally gluten-free.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Easy:<\/strong> Just wash, poke with a fork, and bake\u2014minimal prep for maximum flavor. Perfect for busy days or hands-off cooking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Versatile:<\/strong> They pair well with both sweet and savory toppings. Try stuffing them with black beans and avocado for a hearty dinner or drizzle with almond butter and cinnamon for a satisfying dessert.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Naturally Sweet!<\/strong> Baking enhances their natural sweetness, making them deliciously caramelized on the outside and creamy inside, no added sugar needed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Perfect for Meal Prep:<\/strong> Bake a batch and store them in the fridge for quick meals throughout the week. They reheat beautifully and can be used in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/recipes\/salad\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow noopener\">salads<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/recipes\/soup\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow noopener\">soups<\/a>, or as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/recipes\/side-dishes\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow noopener\">side dish<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"author-note-signature\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"260\" height=\"140\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/gina-signature.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Gina signature\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/gina-signature.png 260w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/gina-signature-150x81.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-pin-description=\"Baked Sweet Potatoes in the oven are so easy and come out perfectly sweet and fluffy on the inside with this foolproof recipe. #sweetpotatoes #vegetables #healthyrecipes #sidedish #healthysidedish\" data-pin-title=\"Baked Sweet Potato\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-7.jpg\" alt=\"Baked Sweet Potato\" class=\"wp-image-56131\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-7.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-7-170x255.jpg 170w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-7-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-7-260x390.jpg 260w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-7-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n<p>Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll need:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sweet Potatoes (Yams also work)<\/li>\n<li>Salt and Black Pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Bake Sweet Potatoes<\/h2>\n<p>Here\u2019s the step-by-step recipe. <strong>See recipe card below for more details.<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-id=\"56133\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-1-550x825.jpg\" alt=\"Sweet Potatoes with fork\" class=\"wp-image-56133\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-1.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-1-170x255.jpg 170w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-1-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-1-260x390.jpg 260w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Poke holes in the sweet potatoes with a fork.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-id=\"56134\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-2-550x825.jpg\" alt=\"Sweet Potato\" class=\"wp-image-56134\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-2.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-2-170x255.jpg 170w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-2-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-2-260x390.jpg 260w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Place on a baking sheet and bake 425F 45 to 50 minutes.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-id=\"56135\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-3-550x825.jpg\" alt=\"Baked Sweet Potatoes\" class=\"wp-image-56135\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-3.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-3-170x255.jpg 170w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-3-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-3-260x390.jpg 260w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-3-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Let cool, then split the tops open with a knife. Season with salt and pepper and add your favorite toppings.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span>Preheat oven to 425F. Scrub potatoes and wash to remove dirt, dry well.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>On a baking sheet (lined with foil or parchment paper for easy clean-up if you wish) poke holes all over the sweet with a fork.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Bake in the center of the oven until the sweet potatoes or tender, or until a fork inserted in the thickest part has no resistance, about 50 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Let it cool, then split the tops open with a knife. Season with salt and pepper and add your favorite toppings.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-pin-description=\"Baked Sweet Potatoes in the oven are so easy and come out perfectly sweet and fluffy on the inside with this foolproof recipe. #sweetpotatoes #vegetables #healthyrecipes #sidedish #healthysidedish\" data-pin-title=\"Baked Sweet Potatoes\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-4.jpg\" alt=\"Baked Sweet Potatoes\" class=\"wp-image-56128\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-4.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-4-170x255.jpg 170w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-4-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-4-260x390.jpg 260w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-4-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ways to Enjoy Baked Sweet Potatoes<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Classic:<\/strong> As a side dish, I like to simply eat it with some butter or olive oil on top (a little goes a long way!) or try it with coconut oil to keep it vegan and dairy free.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Spices:<\/strong> For a little extra flavor, sprinkle on some cinnamon, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder or even pumpkin spice.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fresh Herbs:<\/strong> Fresh chopped chives, parsley or scallions for garnish and flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cream:<\/strong> Sour cream or Greek yogurt, for topping.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Main Dish:<\/strong> They are also great stuffed as a main dish, topped with chili, or try this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/loaded-baked-sweet-potato\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow noopener\">Vegetarian Loaded Baked Sweet Potato<\/a> made with black beans, or this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/sloppy-joe-baked-sweet-potatoes\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow noopener\">Sloppy Joe Baked Sweet Potato<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>BBQ:<\/strong> Top it with pulled chicken or pork and BBQ sauce.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chili:<\/strong> Top it with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/quick-beef-chili-recipe\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow noopener\">beef chili<\/a> for a hearty meal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-pin-description=\"Baked Sweet Potatoes in the oven are so easy and come out perfectly sweet and fluffy on the inside with this foolproof recipe. #sweetpotatoes #vegetables #healthyrecipes #sidedish #healthysidedish\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-6.jpg\" alt=\"Baked Sweet Potato\" class=\"wp-image-56130\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-6.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-6-170x255.jpg 170w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-6-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-6-260x390.jpg 260w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-6-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Leftovers<\/h2>\n<p>Store leftover baked sweet potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are sweet potatoes healthy?<\/h2>\n<p>Sweet potatoes are a whole food that pack a powerful nutritional punch. In one medium potato, you get over 400 percent of your daily vitamin A requirement. They are also high in fiber and potassium and are a great source of beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant that gives orange fruits and vegetables their vibrant color.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for buying sweet potatoes<\/h2>\n<p>When buying sweet potatoes, avoid sweet potatoes with soft skin or wrinkles, cracks, or soft spots. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 3 to 5 weeks.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"825\" data-pin-description=\"Baked Sweet Potatoes in the oven are so easy and come out perfectly sweet and fluffy on the inside with this foolproof recipe. #sweetpotatoes #vegetables #healthyrecipes #sidedish #healthysidedish\" data-pin-title=\"Baked Sweet Potatoes\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-8.jpg\" alt=\"Baked Sweet Potato with butter\" class=\"wp-image-56132\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-8.jpg 550w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-8-170x255.jpg 170w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-8-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-8-260x390.jpg 260w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/Baked-Sweet-Potatoes-8-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Sweet Potato Recipes<\/h2>\n<div id=\"subscribe_block\" class=\"insert-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3GozIlz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"518\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/skinnytaste-simple-promo-banner.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"Skinnytaste Simple promo banner\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/skinnytaste-simple-promo-banner.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/skinnytaste-simple-promo-banner-500x216.png 500w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/skinnytaste-simple-promo-banner-550x237.png 550w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/skinnytaste-simple-promo-banner-600x259.png 600w, https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/skinnytaste-simple-promo-banner-150x65.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-56084\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"56084\" data-servings=\"4\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-skinnytaste-card\"> <!-- end .wprm-header-wrap --><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-cooktimes-wrap\">\n    <span class=\"webicon-clock\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-separate wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">5<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">50<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">55<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-text\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Yield: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-56084 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-disabled wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"56084\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">servings<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-nutrition-label wprm-recipe-serving_size-label\">Serving Size: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-nutrition-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-nutrition wprm-recipe-serving_size wprm-block-text-normal\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-nutrition-unit wprm-recipe-serving_size-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">potato<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-56084-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"56084\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-advanced-list wprm-advanced-list-reset wprm-advanced-list-3936 wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-56084-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat oven to 425F. On a baking sheet, (lined with foil for easy clean-up if you wish) prick sweet potatoes all over with a fork.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-56084-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Bake until tender, or until a fork inserted in the thickest part has no resistance, 45 to 50 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-56084-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p>Let cool, then split the tops open with a knife. Season with salt and pepper and add your favorite toppings.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-last-step\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-last-step-content\">\n<h4>Last Step:<\/h4>\n<p> Please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/baked-sweet-potato\/#llc_comments\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"follow noopener\">leave a rating and comment<\/a> letting us know how you liked this recipe!  This helps our business to thrive and continue providing free, high-quality recipes for you.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-video-container-56084\" class=\"wprm-recipe-video-container\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-video\">\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Make Baked Sweet Potato\" width=\"1110\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zzU6KxqEDQI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-serving_size\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333\">Serving: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">potato<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #333333\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">164<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #333333\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">38<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #333333\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2.5<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #333333\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.5<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #333333\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">20<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #333333\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #333333\">, <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6.5<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Photo credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/playswellwithbutter.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Jess Larson<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skinnytaste.com\/baked-sweet-potato\/?adt_ei=*%7CEMAIL%7C*\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This post may contain affiliate links. 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