Description
This Fluffy Cinnamon Butter Baked Sweet Potato recipe offers a deliciously soft and flavorful twist on classic baked sweet potatoes. With a buttery cinnamon brown sugar mixture melted into the warm, fluffy interior, this dish is perfect as a comforting side or a simple dessert. Optional toppings like chopped pecans, maple syrup, or whipped cream add extra indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- A pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- Chopped pecans
- Maple syrup
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the sweet potatoes evenly.
- Clean Sweet Potatoes: Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt and impurities.
- Pierce Potatoes: Using a fork, pierce each sweet potato several times, allowing steam to escape while baking to prevent bursting.
- Arrange for Baking: Place the sweet potatoes directly on the middle oven rack. Put a baking sheet on the lower rack to catch any drippings.
- Bake Potatoes: Bake for 45 to 60 minutes until tender. Test doneness by inserting a sharp knife or fork into the center; it should slide in easily.
- Prepare Cinnamon Butter: While potatoes bake, mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl until well blended.
- Cool Slightly: Remove baked sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes to handle safely.
- Slice Open: Carefully slice each sweet potato lengthwise, being cautious of hot steam that may escape.
- Fluff & Add Butter: Fluff the soft interior of each sweet potato with a fork, then evenly spread the cinnamon butter mixture inside.
- Add Optional Toppings & Serve: Garnish with chopped pecans, maple syrup, or whipped cream if desired, and serve warm for the best taste experience.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of cinnamon and brown sugar to suit your sweetness preference.
- Using a fork to pierce the potatoes helps avoid steam buildup that can cause them to burst in the oven.
- Letting the potatoes cool slightly before slicing prevents burns from steam.
- Optional toppings provide additional textures and flavors but are not necessary for a delicious dish.
- Leftover baked sweet potatoes can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated gently.
