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Baked Sweet Potato Fries

July 7, 2022 by Susanne Leave a Comment

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These Baked Sweet Potato Fries are perfectly crisp on the outside and fluffy inside and seasoned to perfection! These fries are so good that even the pickiest eater will love them!

A white plate piled high with Baked Sweet Potato Fries granshied with flaky salt and parsley.

I’ve been sharing sharing some favorite side dishes. Recipes like this one for Southern Fried Okra or these Fried Green Tomatoes and Sautéed Zucchini and Corn. These crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries are another of favorite side dish. I often make these to pair with sandwiches  like these French Dips or these Caesar Chicken Salad Wraps. These are also great for pairing with steak and burgers on the grill. 

Sweet potato fries on a white plate sit next to a white cup of ketchup with a single fry dipped inside it.

How to make Baked Sweet Potato Fries:

Ingredients: 

  • sweet potatoes
  • olive oil 
  • paprika
  • salt and black pepper

Measured ingredients needed to make this recipe displayed on a white marble countertop.

Special Equipment: 

  • parchment paper 
  • rimmed baking sheet
  • vegetable peeler

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside. 
  2. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut off rounded ends of the ends of the potatoes then slice in 1/4 inch wide strips.
  3. In a large bowl or gallon sized zip to page combine the sliced sweet potatoes olive oil, sweet paprika, salt and pepper. Toss until everything is coated in the mixture. 
  4. Spread the sliced potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes. Flip the fries and bake for an additional 25 minutes or until fries are browned and crispy on the outside. (See notes below.)
  5. Season with more salt immediately after removing sweet potato fries from the oven. 

A collage image of step by step directions showing how to make this recipe.

Substitutions  and Variations: 

  • You do not have to peel the sweet potatoes. If you prefer you can slice the the potatoes with the skin intact.
  • Smoked paprika can be used in place of regular paprika. 
  • Want to add just a little more seasoning? Add a 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder to the seasoning mix. 
  • Try seasoning these Sweet Potato Fries in brown sugar and cinnamon! It’s easy to do! Peel and slice as directed. Then season with salt and bake as directed. While the fries are baking in a large bowl mix together 2 tablespoons brown sugar and a 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. When the sweet potato fries are done baking immediately transfer them into the bowl with brown sugar mixture and toss to coat. 

Sweet Potato Fries on white plate. One fry has been dipped in ketchup.

My notes and tips for this recipe:

  • You may need to use two sheet pans for the fries so there is no overlapping. 
  • I  recommend cutting the rounded tops before slicing. If the ends of the fries are too thin they will usually brown and possibly burn quickly. Keeping the sweet potato slices a fairly consistent thickness will help ensure even cooking
  • The baking time will  really depend on how thick or thin you cut the fries. I find that long strips cut into about ¼ inches to ½ inches wide give the best results.
  • You can use as little as 1 tablespoons of oil or use a little more. I find the fries slightly crispier and flavorful when using oil but you can use even less.

Sweet Potato Fries from the oven on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

 

How to store: 

Sweet Potato Fries don’t really reheat well so it’s best of eat them fresh from the oven. Some storage suggestions are:

Refrigerator: Keep fries in a sealed container or zip top bag for up to three days. To reheat place in the oven, toaster oven or air fryer for a few minutes until heated through. 

Freezer: To freeze sweet potatoes fries peel and slice the potatoes. Then place in the freezer. Thaw overnight in the fridge and season and bake as directed. 

Baked Sweet Potato Fries on a white plate next ketchup with a tan and white stripe napkin.

I hope you and your family will love this recipe as much as we do! If you do try this recipe please come back and leave a comment letting me know how much you liked it! 

Happy Cooking Y’all!

Susanne 

What can I serve with Sweet Potato Fries?

French Dip Sandwiches 

Salmon Patties

Instant Pot Steak Sandwiches 

Crispy Chicken Sandwich 

Chicken Bacon Ranch Wraps

Baked Sweet Potato Fries on a white plate next ketchup with a tan and white stripe napkin.
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Baked Sweet Potato Fries

These Baked Sweet Potato Fries are perfectly crisp on the outside and fluffy inside and seasoned to perfection! These fries are so good that even the pickiest eater will love them!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Baked Sweet Potato Fries, Crispy Sweet Potato Fries
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
Calories 258 kcal
Susanne Susanne

Ingredients

  • 4 medium sized sweet potatoes sliced
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
  2. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut off rounded ends of the ends of the potatoes then slice in 1/4 inch wide strips.
  3. In a large bowl or gallon sized zip to page combine the sliced sweet potatoes olive oil, sweet paprika, salt and pepper. Toss until everything is coated in the mixture.
  4. Spread the sliced potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes. Flip the fries and bake for an additional 25 minutes or until fries are browned and crispy on the outside. (See notes below.)

Recipe Notes

  1. You do not have to peel the sweet potatoes. If you prefer you can slice the the potatoes with the skin intact.
  2. You may need to use two sheet pans for the fries so there is not overlapping.
  3. Cut off the rounded ends of the potato before slicing. If the ends of the fries are too thin they will usually brown and possibly burn quickly. Keeping the sweet potato slices a fairly consistent thickness will help ensure even cooking
  4. Nutritional information is estimated. Amounts will vary based on ingredient choices and serving sizes.
Nutrition Facts
Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 258 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Sodium 125mg5%
Potassium 773mg22%
Carbohydrates 46g15%
Fiber 7g29%
Sugar 10g11%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 32309IU646%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Calcium 69mg7%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Just a simple girl raised in the South who loves to cook. I've tried recipes for everything from ambrosia to zucchini. My favorite foods are the ones that bring family together. I love to spend time in the kitchen. I'm so excited to share my kitchen with you!

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