Crispy Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Deliciously crispy on the outside and tender inside, these sweet potato fries are a healthier alternative to deep-fried versions, perfect for any meal or snack.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a baking sheet inside to heat up.
- Wash and optionally peel the sweet potatoes, then cut them into 1/4 inch thick fries.
- Soak the cut fries in a bowl of cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
- Drain and spread the fries on paper towels, patting them dry.
- In a large bowl, combine the dried fries, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cornstarch, tossing until evenly coated.
- Remove the hot baking sheet from the oven, spread the fries in a single layer, and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Once golden and crisp, remove fries from the oven and allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Choose firm sweet potatoes without soft spots. For a lower oil version, use 1 tablespoon oil and add 1 tablespoon water near the end for steaming.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg