Looking for a healthier version of your favorite comfort food? These Crispy Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries are exactly what you need! With a perfect crispy exterior and a tender, sweet interior, they’re the perfect side dish for any meal. Baked to golden perfection with just a few simple ingredients, these fries are as healthy as they are delicious.
Whether you’re serving them alongside burgers, grilled chicken, or just enjoying them as a snack, these oven-baked fries are sure to become a favorite in your household.
🧂 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 500 g total)
- 1–2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional for extra flavor)
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin (optional for a warm, earthy taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for extra crispiness, optional)
- Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish, optional)
🔪 Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
- Peel the sweet potatoes (or leave the skin on for extra fiber) and cut them into ¼ to ½-inch thick fries. Try to keep them uniform in size for even cooking.
- Place the cut fries in a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for 20–30 minutes. This step helps remove excess starch, resulting in crispier fries.
Step 2: Season the Fries
- After soaking, drain and pat the sweet potato fries dry with paper towels.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the fries with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- For extra crispiness, sprinkle in cornstarch and toss until evenly coated.
Step 3: Arrange the Fries
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
- Spread the fries out in a single layer on the baking sheet, making sure they are not crowded. This ensures they bake evenly and get crispy.
Step 4: Bake the Fries
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- After 25 minutes, flip the fries using a spatula and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy on the edges. The exact baking time may vary depending on your oven and the thickness of the fries, so keep an eye on them.
Step 5: Serve
- Once the fries are crispy and golden, remove them from the oven and sprinkle with a little extra salt.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired for a pop of color.
🧾 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approximate)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Protein: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fat: 3.5 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
💡 Tips & Tricks
- Cut the fries evenly: For uniform cooking, try to cut the fries into similar sizes. This helps them cook evenly and become uniformly crispy.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan: Make sure the fries have enough space on the baking sheet. Overcrowding will cause them to steam instead of crisping up.
- Use a convection oven: If you have one, the circulating air will help make your fries even crispier.
- Make them spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder for a bit of heat.
- Sweeten them up: For a sweet twist, sprinkle a little cinnamon on the fries before baking.
👩🍳 From My Kitchen
These Crispy Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries are one of my go-to sides for practically any meal. They’re easy to make, healthier than regular fries, and they’re so versatile! I love that they’re baked, not fried, but still turn out crispy and delicious. Plus, they pair perfectly with everything from grilled meats to burgers and are great on their own with a little dip. I often make a batch of these and use leftovers in salads or wraps the next day!
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- ✅ Healthier than deep-fried fries
- ✅ Easy to make with simple ingredients
- ✅ Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside
- ✅ Packed with fiber and vitamins
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