Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Indulge in these decadent Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes that are creamy, sweet, and perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. Topped with a dollop of sour cream, they make a delicious side dish or even a light meal.
- 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
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed clean
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Additional:
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional for topping)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Milk or cream, as needed for consistency
Instructions
- Initial Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork, place on baking sheet, and bake for about 1 hour until tender.
- Prepare the Filling: Cut sweet potatoes in half lengthwise, scoop out flesh, leaving a thin layer. Mash flesh with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a splash of milk or cream. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stuff the Skins: Spoon mixture back into sweet potato skins. Top with sour cream or additional brown sugar/cinnamon if desired.
- Final Bake: Return stuffed sweet potatoes to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until tops are lightly browned and filling is heated through.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with optional toppings.
Notes
- You can add chopped nuts or marshmallows on top for extra crunch or sweetness.
- Experiment with different seasonings like cloves or ginger for a unique twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sweet potato half
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes, Sweet Potato Recipe, Side Dish, Vegetarian, Baked Sweet Potatoes
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