Decadent Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of these twice-baked sweet potatoes, a dish that blurs the lines between savory and dessert. Perfectly baked to enhance their natural sweetness, these potatoes are hollowed out and mixed with creamy, rich cream cheese, balancing the flavors with a hint of brown sugar and cinnamon. With a fluffy, tender filling served in crispy potato shells, this recipe is not only a comforting side dish but a delicious and satisfying treat that can easily steal the show at any meal.
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Servings
90
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes
2 (medium to large, cut in half)
Sea Salt
to taste (for seasoning)
Cream Cheese
2 ounces (cubed)
Half-and-Half Cream or Milk
2 tablespoons (for creaminess)
Brown Sugar
1 tablespoon (for sweetness)
Ground Cinnamon
1 dash (for warmth)
Fresh Ground Pepper
to taste (for seasoning)
Sea Salt (optional)
to taste (for additional seasoning)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Line a baking pan or cookie sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
3
Carefully slice the sweet potatoes in half lengthwise.
4
Sprinkle the cut sides of the potatoes with sea salt and place them cut side down on the prepared pan.
5
Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
6
Once cooked, using a heat-resistant glove, carefully scoop out the soft flesh from each potato half, leaving a 1/4-inch thick shell for stability.
7
In a mixing bowl, combine the scooped sweet potato flesh with cubed cream cheese, half-and-half (or milk), brown sugar, a dash of ground cinnamon, and fresh ground pepper.
8
Use a potato masher or fork to blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
9
If desired, lightly sprinkle the inside of each potato shell with additional sea salt.
10
Evenly spoon the sweet potato mixture back into the potato shells, filling them generously.
11
Return the filled potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until heated through.
Nutrition Information
4g
Fat
13g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes?
They are a rich and creamy dish that combines baked sweet potato flesh with cream cheese, brown sugar, and cinnamon, served in the original potato shells.
What oven temperature is needed for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit or 190 degrees Celsius.
How long do the sweet potatoes bake initially?
The halved potatoes should bake for approximately 30 minutes or until they are fork-tender.
What preparation is needed for the baking pan?
Line the pan with aluminum foil and lightly coat it with cooking spray to prevent the potatoes from sticking.
How do I prepare the potatoes before the first bake?
Slice the sweet potatoes in half lengthwise and sprinkle the cut sides with sea salt.
In what position should the potatoes be placed on the pan?
Place the potatoes cut side down on the prepared baking pan.
What is the safe way to scoop out the hot potato flesh?
Use a heat-resistant glove to handle the potatoes while scooping out the flesh.
How much potato should be left in the shell?
Leave a 1/4-inch thick shell to ensure the potato remains stable for refilling.
What ingredients are mixed with the sweet potato flesh?
Combine the flesh with cubed cream cheese, half-and-half or milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, and pepper.
Can I use milk instead of half-and-half cream?
Yes, the recipe allows for either 2 tablespoons of half-and-half cream or milk for creaminess.
How much cream cheese is required?
The recipe calls for 2 ounces of cubed cream cheese.
What tools are recommended for blending the filling?
You can use a potato masher or a fork to blend the ingredients until they are smooth and creamy.
Can I add extra salt to the shells?
Yes, you can lightly sprinkle the inside of each empty potato shell with additional sea salt before refilling them.
How long is the second bake after refilling?
Bake the filled potatoes for an additional 8 to 10 minutes until they are heated through.
Is this recipe considered a side dish or a dessert?
It is primarily a side dish, but its sweetness and ingredients make it a dessert-like treat.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains 90 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 4 grams of fat in each serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this recipe?
Each serving contains 13 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein does this dish provide?
There are 2 grams of protein per serving.
What size sweet potatoes should I use?
The recipe suggests using 2 medium to large sweet potatoes.
Does this recipe include cinnamon?
Yes, it includes a dash of ground cinnamon for warmth.
How much brown sugar is used?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of brown sugar.
Is there pepper in this recipe?
Yes, fresh ground pepper is added to taste for seasoning.
What type of salt is recommended?
Sea salt is recommended for seasoning throughout the process.
Is this recipe suitable for comfort food?
Yes, it is specifically tagged as comfort food.
Is the recipe difficult to follow?
No, it is tagged as an easy recipe suitable for home cooks.
What categories does this dish fit into?
It fits into vegetable sides and dessert-like side dishes.
Can I omit the cinnamon?
While the recipe calls for it, you could omit it if you prefer a less dessert-like flavor.
Is the skin of the potato eaten?
The skin serves as a crispy shell, though eating it is a matter of personal preference.
What happens if I don't use cooking spray?
The potatoes might stick to the aluminum foil, making them harder to remove and handle.