Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of loaded baked sweet potatoes, where fluffy sweetness meets a variety of savory toppings. This comforting dish is perfect for any occasion, from casual dinners to festive gatherings. With a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, each bite is an adventure that’s easy to prepare and customize. Elevate your mealtime with this vibrant and delicious recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- ½ cup bacon bits (optional)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the sweet potatoes and pierce them multiple times with a fork.
- Place the sweet potatoes on a foil-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender when squeezed gently.
- While baking, prepare toppings: cook bacon bits until crispy, and chop green onions.
- Once baked, allow sweet potatoes to cool slightly, then cut lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Spoon sour cream or Greek yogurt into each potato, add green onions, bacon bits, and top with cheddar cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 loaded baked sweet potato (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Customize your dish with toppings like black beans or corn salsa for added flavor. For meal prep, store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 15 minutes. Ensure to poke holes in sweet potatoes before baking to prevent them from bursting.