Crispy Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries
These Crispy Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries are simple, healthy, and provide a satisfying crunch without deep frying. Perfect for a side dish or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 to 2 pounds), peeled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Position a rack in the middle of the oven.
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut them into even sticks about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick.
- Place the cut fries in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss until coated.
- Arrange the fries in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, then flip the fries and bake another 12 to 15 minutes until crisp and golden.
- Remove from the oven and serve hot.
Notes
For extra texture, leave the skins on. Use avocado oil for a higher smoke point. Adjust garlic powder for desired flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg