Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries are crispy, golden, and naturally sweet — the perfect healthy alternative to traditional fries. Easy to make and loaded with flavor, they’re a go-to side or snack that delivers crunchy edges and tender centers without deep frying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (+30 minutes soak)
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45–50 minutes
- Yield: 3 to 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- ½ tsp smoked paprika or chili powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel sweet potatoes and cut into ¼-inch matchsticks.
- Soak fries in cold water for 30 minutes. Drain and pat dry thoroughly.
- Toss fries with cornstarch in a large bowl until lightly coated.
- Add olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional spices. Toss to coat evenly.
- Spread fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet without overlapping.
- Bake for 15 minutes, flip, then bake another 10–15 minutes until crisp and golden.
- Let cool slightly on the pan before serving for extra crispiness.
Notes
- Soaking and drying the fries is key to achieving crispiness.
- Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet — use two if needed.
- Leave the skins on for added texture and nutrients.
- Toss with cinnamon and sugar after baking for a sweet version.
- Reheat in the oven or air fryer to restore crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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