Description
Baked sweet potato fries are a deliciously healthy after-school snack that combines a crispy exterior with a tender, flavorful interior.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then cut them into fry shapes.
- In a large bowl, toss the cut fries with olive oil, salt, paprika, and garlic powder until well coated.
- Spread the fries in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they aren't overcrowded.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crispiness.
- Serve warm with your choice of dip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3 oz (85g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra crispiness, soak the cut sweet potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before seasoning. Experiment with seasonings like cumin or cinnamon for different flavor profiles. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 10 minutes.