Name: Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 sweet potato; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp kosher salt

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Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries

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Ingredients

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Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries

1 sweet potato

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F. While it's heating, wash and scrub your sweet potato (no need to peel – the skin gets crispy and delicious!). Pat it dry with a towel.

To cut the fries, place the sweet potato on a cutting board. Cut it in half lengthwise. Place each half cut-side down on the board. Cut each half lengthwise into ½-inch thick slices (like planks). Stack 2-3 planks at a time and cut them lengthwise again into ½-inch thick strips. These are your fries! Aim for pieces that are about 2-3 inches long and roughly the width of your finger. The key is keeping them all similar in size so they cook evenly. (For wedges instead of fries, cut each half into 6-8 long wedges.)

Place all the cut fries on a large baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil over them, then use your hands (or tongs) to toss everything together until each fry is lightly coated with oil. This coating is what makes them crispy!

Arrange the fries in a single layer on the baking sheet, making sure they're not touching or overlapping. If they're crowded, they'll steam instead of crisp up. Use a second baking sheet if needed – it's worth it!

Place the baking sheet on the middle rack of your preheated oven. Bake for 15 minutes.

With a spatula, flip/toss the potatoes, and continue to bake another 15-20 minutes or until they have a golden color. Sweet potatoes can go from perfectly golden to burnt in just a couple of minutes, so keep an eye on them!

Remove from the oven and let the fries cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes. This helps them crisp up even more. Serve immediately while they're at their crispiest!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Soak for Crispiness 💧
Soak cut sweet potato fries in cold water for 30 minutes before patting completely dry—this removes excess starch and creates superior crispiness in the oven.
Uniform Cutting Ensures Even Cooking ✂️
Cut fries into consistent 1/4-inch thickness so they cook evenly; thinner pieces become crispier while thicker pieces stay tender inside.
High Heat and Single Layer Strategy 🔥
Bake at 425°F on a single layer without crowding—overcrowding traps steam and prevents crisping; arrange in a single layer for maximum air circulation.
Mid-Bake Shake for Golden Perfection 🎯
Shake the baking sheet halfway through cooking (around 15 minutes) to ensure all sides develop an even golden-brown crust.
Salt After Baking for Better Adhesion 🧂
Season fries with kosher salt immediately after removing from the oven while they're still hot and slightly moist—the salt adheres better and flavors penetrate more effectively.