Crispy Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries Recipe Easy Perfect
Enjoy Crispy Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries that are golden and delicious. This easy recipe uses simple ingredients to create a healthy side or snack with perfect crispiness every time. A great alternative to traditional fries.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 Servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish or Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Standard
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled optional and cut into fries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika is optional for extra flavor
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch for extra crispiness optional
Instructions
- Heat your oven to 425°F 220°C and place a baking sheet inside to warm up.
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes if you like then slice them into fries about ¼ inch thick ensuring they are evenly sized.
- Soak the cut fries in cold water for 30 minutes to help remove starch for better crisping.
- Drain the fries and dry thoroughly with paper towels then toss them in a bowl with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper and cornstarch if using.
- Take out the hot baking sheet and arrange the fries evenly without overcrowding.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes turning halfway until they are crispy and golden.
- Let the fries cool briefly before serving for the best texture.
Notes
- For crisp tops, broil 2–3 minutes at the end
Nutrition
- Calories: 150 kcal
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