Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Ingredients
For the Sweet Potato Fries
- 2 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch thick fries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch, optional, for extra crispiness
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even crisping.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the peeled and cut sweet potato fries. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly. If using, sprinkle with cornstarch and toss again until the fries are lightly coated.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Add the kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder to the bowl with the sweet potatoes. Toss thoroughly to ensure all fries are well-seasoned.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Arrange the seasoned sweet potato fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets, making sure not to overcrowd them. Overcrowding will steam the fries instead of crisping them.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
Bake for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, carefully flip each fry to ensure even cooking and browning.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 400
- 6
Return the baking sheets to the oven and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, or until the fries are tender on the inside and crispy and slightly caramelized on the outside. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 400
- 7
Remove from the oven and serve immediately. These fries are best enjoyed fresh.
⏱️ 1 min
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Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Ingredients
For the Sweet Potato Fries
- 2 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch thick fries
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch, optional, for extra crispiness
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even crisping.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
In a large bowl, combine the peeled and cut sweet potato fries. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly. If using, sprinkle with cornstarch and toss again until the fries are lightly coated.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Add the kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder to the bowl with the sweet potatoes. Toss thoroughly to ensure all fries are well-seasoned.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Arrange the seasoned sweet potato fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets, making sure not to overcrowd them. Overcrowding will steam the fries instead of crisping them.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Bake for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, carefully flip each fry to ensure even cooking and browning.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 400 - 6
Return the baking sheets to the oven and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, or until the fries are tender on the inside and crispy and slightly caramelized on the outside. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
⏱️ 15 min•🌡️ 400 - 7
Remove from the oven and serve immediately. These fries are best enjoyed fresh.
⏱️ 1 min