Description
Baked sweet potato fries are a delightful and nutritious alternative to traditional fries, boasting a satisfying crunch and rich natural sweetness. Seasoned with olive oil, paprika, and a touch of cinnamon, these vibrant orange treats are perfect for game nights or as a wholesome snack. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to pair with any meal, they are sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp paprika (or smoked paprika)
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then slice them into ¼-inch thick strips.
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato strips with olive oil, salt, paprika, and cinnamon until evenly coated.
- Spread the fries on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and crispy.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 125g
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Soaking the cut sweet potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before baking can enhance crispiness by removing excess starch. - Feel free to experiment by adding spices like cayenne pepper for heat or sprinkling Parmesan cheese before baking for an extra savory flavor.