Easy Oven-Baked Sweet Potatoes
Make this easy baked sweet potato recipe with fluffy, tender insides and naturally sweet flavor. Learn how to bake sweet potatoes perfectly every time!
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes, then pat them dry.
- Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork.
- Rub the olive oil over the potatoes and sprinkle with salt.
- Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 45–60 minutes, or until a fork easily slides into the thickest part.
- Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, slice open, and serve with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Recipe Notes
● Cooking times vary depending on the size and thickness of the sweet potatoes.
● For the best texture, bake without wrapping in foil.
● Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.
● Add butter, cinnamon, fresh herbs, or savory toppings to customize each serving.