Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Double baked sweet potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

5 from 9 votes

Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes Recipe

A mix of mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, and cream cheese turns these Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes into a soft, flavorful side with a crisp, nutty topping.

Prep Time20

Cook Time1 30

Total Time1 50

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Servings: large potatoes

Calories: 373kcal

Author: Andrea

Ingredients

3 large sweet potatoes
3 oz cream cheese
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tbsp brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp kosher sea salt
pinch nutmeg
2-3 tbsp whole milk

For the Topping

1 tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 cup toasted chopped pecans
3 pinches cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
Scrub the potatoes, dry, and pierce several times with a fork. Place them on a lined baking sheet and bake for 50–65 minutes or until cooked throughout. Carefully cut off a thin slice from the top of each potato (essentially create a lid). Scoop out the sweet potato flesh and place it in a medium mixing bowl.
Add the cream cheese, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg to the mixing bowl. Using a fork, mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Add the milk until the potatoes are light.
Spoon the filling back into the sweet potato shells. Return to the oven and bake for 10–15 minutes. Remove and top each with a small slice of butter, the toasted pecans, and a pinch of cinnamon. Serve immediately.

Notes

You can easily double or triple this recipe.

STORE Double Baked Sweet Potatoes leftovers in an airtight container or wrapped in foil in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. To FREEZE, let the filled sweet potatoes cool completely, then place them in a freezer-safe container and freeze for 2–3 months.

When ready to eat, thaw in the fridge overnight. To REHEAT, warm in a 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) oven for 20–30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly. Microwaving works for individual portions, but the oven gives a better texture.

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