Description
These Crispy Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries are a healthier alternative to traditional fried fries, offering a perfect balance of crispiness and flavor. Made with simple ingredients like sweet potatoes, olive oil, and spices, they deliver a deliciously seasoned snack or side dish that’s easy to prepare and bake to golden perfection in the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled (optional) and cut into fries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika optional for extra flavor)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Optional
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch for extra crispiness
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking crispy fries.
- Prepare the sweet potatoes: Wash, peel if desired, and cut the sweet potatoes into evenly sized fries to promote uniform cooking.
- Toss fries with cornstarch (optional): Place the cut fries in a large bowl, sprinkle with cornstarch if using, and toss well to coat each fry. This helps absorb moisture, making the fries crispier when baked.
- Season the fries: Add olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the fries. Toss thoroughly until all fries are evenly coated with oil and spices.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Spread the fries out in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, ensuring they are not crowded to allow even air circulation.
- Bake the fries: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning and to achieve desired crispiness.
- Serve: Remove from oven once fries are golden and crispy. Let them cool slightly, then serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispy fries, do not overcrowd the baking sheet and consider using cornstarch.
- Cut fries uniformly for even baking.
- Smoked paprika adds a smoky depth but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Sweet potato fries are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven for maximum crispiness.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or air fryer to maintain texture.
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