Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Oven baked sweet potato fries are the perfect guilt-free snack or side dish, offering a delicious balance of sweetness and crunch. These vibrant orange fries are easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite seasonings, making them a fantastic addition to any meal or gathering. Enjoy them with a variety of dipping sauces for an irresistible treat!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Snack/Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then cut them into even sticks, approximately 1/4 inch thick.
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato sticks with olive oil, salt, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet without overcrowding.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through until crispy and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra crispiness, soak the cut sweet potatoes in water for about 30 minutes before seasoning. Experiment with spices like cayenne for heat or cinnamon for a sweet twist.