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Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

Savory Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes with Cheesy Goodness

Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes are a delightful twist on a classic that’s creamy, loaded with flavor, and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Side Dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 4 potatoes
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Potato Masher

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes create a tender and sweet base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil to help the skins crisp up

For the Filling

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter softened for creaminess
  • ¼ cup sour cream for tanginess
  • ¼ cup milk achieves perfect creamy texture
  • ½ teaspoon salt to enhance flavors
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper for a hint of spice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon adds warmth
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg subtle aromatic touch

For the Toppings

  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese gives cheesy goodness
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions fresh texture and color
  • ¼ cup cooked and crumbled bacon optional for smoky crunch

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Wash and dry the sweet potatoes, then drizzle each with olive oil and rub it over the skins.
  • Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.
  • Once cool, slice each potato in half and scoop out most of the flesh into a mixing bowl.
  • Add butter, sour cream, milk, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the sweet potato flesh and mash until smooth.
  • Stir in cheddar cheese and green onions; fold in bacon if using.
  • Spoon the mixture back into the sweet potato skins, mounding the filling.
  • Return to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes until heated through.
  • Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra creaminess, use room temperature butter and full-fat sour cream. Customize flavors with your favorite spices or herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 19200IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Cheesy Goodness, comfort food, easy recipe, Hearty Meal, Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes, Vegetarian
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