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Ultimate Creamy Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes Recipe for Comfort
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Indulgent Ultimate Creamy Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Ultimate Creamy Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes Recipe for Comfort, highlighting the balance of sweetness and savory cheese.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Cooling Time10 minutes
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked sweet potatoes, Cheesy, Comfort Food, easy recipe, Ultimate Creamy Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 potatoes
Calories: 300kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Spoon

Ingredients

For the Potatoes

  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Choose firm potatoes with smooth skin.

For the Creamy Filling

  • 4 tbsp Butter Unsalted preferred.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Sharp cheddar is recommended.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Optional for added warmth.

For Topping and Garnish

  • 2 stalks Green Onions Chopped for garnish.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Clean the sweet potatoes and bake them for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender.
  • Once baked, cool the sweet potatoes for about 10 minutes, slice them in half, and scoop out the flesh.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet potato flesh with butter, sour cream, half of the cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and optional cinnamon; mash until creamy.
  • Refill the potato skins with the creamy filling and top with remaining cheddar cheese.
  • Bake for another 15-20 minutes until the tops are golden and cheese is bubbling.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

Optional: Drizzle extra melted cheese on top before serving for added indulgence. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.