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Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

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These Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes are a comforting side dish made with tender baked sweet potatoes, whipped into a creamy filling with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
First Bake + Second Bake 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 230 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes scrubbed clean
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup sour cream optional, for topping
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Milk or cream as needed for consistency

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Pierce sweet potatoes and bake on a tray for about 1 hour, until tender.
  • Cut sweet potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving a thin layer in the skin.
  • Mash flesh with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a splash of milk or cream.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon mixture back into potato skins and top with sour cream or extra spices if desired.
  • See full steps with tips & photos → https://p4pd.org/twice-baked-sweet-potatoes/

Notes

  • Use a hand mixer for extra-smooth mashed filling.
  • Don’t skip the second bake—it deepens flavor and improves texture.
  • Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more or less brown sugar.