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Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes: Creamy, Flavor-Packed Delight

Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes are a creamy, flavor-packed delight perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Choose firm ones for maximum freshness.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with melted butter for richness.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Substitute with margarine for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt or crème fraîche are excellent substitutes.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Use a non-dairy milk for lactose-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Substitute with nutmeg or allspice.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Omit if preferred.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Experiment with different cheeses.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions Can be swapped with chives.
  • 1/2 cup Cooked and Crumbled Bacon Optional for vegetarian versions.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and dry the sweet potatoes thoroughly. Rub each with olive oil and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Bake the sweet potatoes for 45-60 minutes until tender.
  4. Allow them to cool for 5-10 minutes.
  5. Slice each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl.
  6. Mash the flesh with unsalted butter, sour cream, milk, salt, pepper, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until smooth.
  7. Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and crumbled bacon if using.
  8. Spoon the filling back into the potato skins, mounding it slightly.
  9. Return the stuffed potatoes to the oven for another 15-20 minutes.
  10. Let them cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve fresh for the best texture and flavor. You can freeze leftovers for later use.

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