Description
Crispy and perfectly seasoned baked sweet potato fries that offer a healthier alternative to traditional fried fries, delivering satisfying flavor and texture with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 large sweet potatoes, cut into fries
Seasonings and Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- Optional: cinnamon, chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for crispy fries.
- Prepare Fries: Toss the cut sweet potato fries in olive oil, then evenly coat them with paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and any optional spices like cinnamon or chili powder for extra flavor.
- Arrange Fries: Spread the fries out in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking and promote crispness.
- Bake First Side: Bake the fries for 20 minutes in the preheated oven to start softening and crisping them.
- Flip Fries: Carefully flip the fries over to ensure even cooking and browning on all sides.
- Bake Second Side: Continue baking for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the fries are crisp and golden.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately with your choice of dipping sauces, such as ketchup, ranch, or chipotle mayo.
Notes
- Use parchment paper on the baking sheet to prevent the fries from sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Avoid overcrowding the fries on the baking sheet to ensure each fry crisps up properly rather than steaming.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
