Description
Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes are a delightful combination of creamy, buttery filling nestled in perfectly baked sweet potato skins. This dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. With their vibrant color and rich flavor, these sweet potatoes are sure to impress your family and friends, making them perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 3 tbsp light brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash sweet potatoes under running water.
- Bake sweet potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a lined baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- Allow them to cool for 10-15 minutes, then cut in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh into a bowl, leaving some intact along the edges.
- Mix the scooped flesh with butter, sour cream, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Refill the potato skins with the mixture and top with cheese if desired. Bake for another 15-20 minutes until heated through and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato half (148g)
- Calories: 237
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg