Description
Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes are an irresistible treat that transforms simple sweet potatoes into a comforting and flavorful dish. These twice-baked delights feature a creamy filling made with butter, brown sugar, and sour cream, all nestled in crispy potato skins. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with savory seasonings for a satisfying experience. Whether served as a side or main dish, these stuffed sweet potatoes are versatile enough to pair with grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad. Get ready to indulge in this warm and delicious comfort food that promises to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the sweet potatoes under running water.
- Place the whole sweet potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 45-50 minutes until tender.
- Allow them to cool slightly, then cut in half lengthwise and scoop out most of the flesh into a bowl.
- Combine the scooped flesh with butter, brown sugar, sour cream, cinnamon, salt, and pepper; mash until smooth.
- Spoon the mixture back into the potato skins and fluff the tops with a fork.
- Bake again for 15-20 minutes until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato (180g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg