Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes are a comforting and flavorful side dish that make a delicious addition to any meal. Creamy, sweet, and perfectly seasoned, these potatoes are sure to be a hit at the dinner table.
- Author: nova
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Sweet Potatoes:
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed clean
For the Filling:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Milk or cream, as needed for consistency
- Initial Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and bake for about 1 hour until tender.
- Prepare the Filling: Cut sweet potatoes in half, scoop out flesh, mash with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg. Add milk or cream, season with salt and pepper.
- Stuff the Skins: Spoon mixture back into skins. Top with sour cream or additional brown sugar/cinnamon if desired.
- Final Bake: Bake stuffed sweet potatoes for 15-20 minutes until tops are browned and filling is heated through.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with optional toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sweet potato half
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes, Side Dish, Sweet Potatoes, Vegetarian, Baked