Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes
Twice-baked sweet potatoes are a delicious blend of creamy sweetness and crispy texture, making them the perfect comfort food for any meal. This easy-to-follow recipe allows you to customize your dish with various toppings, creating a delightful experience that is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Each bite delivers warmth and nostalgia, making it a beloved favorite among family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Poke sweet potatoes several times with a fork and bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- Once cooled slightly, slice the potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out most of the flesh into a bowl.
- Mix the sweet potato flesh with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Spoon the mixture back into the potato skins and place them on the baking sheet. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato half (120g)
- Calories: 206
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider mixing in chopped pecans or mini marshmallows before refilling. You can prepare these ahead of time by refrigerating the filled skins for up to 24 hours before the second bake.