Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes
Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes offer a warm and inviting dish that beautifully balances the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with creamy butter, tangy sour cream, and sharp cheddar cheese. This delightful recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to festive gatherings. With its rich flavor and endless customization options, these twice-baked wonders are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 halves per serving) 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the sweet potatoes and poke holes in them with a fork.
- Bake the sweet potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until tender.
- Once cool, slice each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides into a mixing bowl, leaving some flesh in the skins.
- Mix the sweet potato flesh with butter, sour cream, cinnamon, and half of the cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Spoon the mixture back into the skins, topping with remaining cheese and additional cinnamon if desired.
- Bake again for 15-20 minutes until heated through and cheese is golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato half (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg