Satisfy your craving for fries with these healthy baked sweet potato fries. They’re crispy, delicious and perfectĀ for serving alongside a burger or sandwich.Ā
Sweet Potato Fries Are My Love Language
I donāt know about you, but I’m a potato girl. When it comes to carbs Iāll take potatoes over bread any day and Iāll eat them just about any way you cook them. I grew up eating the not-so-healthy type of potatoes like fast food fries, chips and my mom’s fried potatoes.
Now I still eat potatoes, but I usually choose sweet potatoes over regular and skip the fried stuff (for the most part) ā Iāll occasionally indulge in regular sweet potato fries because theyāre just too good to pass up. <–YOLO. And if Iām at a restaurant that has sweet potato fries on the menu I secretly hope that someone else at the table orders them so I can steal a few. Please tell me I’m not the only one that does this. š
That said, I rarely have a craving for the fried version because I make baked sweet potato fries (and sweet potato croutons) at home all the time and theyāre just as tasty!
I’m a firm believer that sweet potato friesĀ go with just about anything. Fries and salad has definitely happened more than once around here, but I do like serving them alongside burgers like these sweet potato black bean burgersĀ (double dose of sweet potatoes) or this spinach feta turkey burger. Or eating them straight from the baking sheet with ketchup…
Seriously, give me a baking sheet full of sweet potato fries and I’m a happy camper. A happy camper thatās loading up on vitamin A, vitamin C and antioxidants like beta-carotene. š
Oh and I should note that itās crazy easy to eat a full potatoās worth of these fries by yourself so double the recipe if youāre making these for a few people. Just be sure to use multiple baking sheets so that your fries arenāt too close together. They need a little room or else theyāll steam and never crisp up.
Ready to make some fries for yourself? Here’s the recipe:
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Healthy baked sweet potato fries that are crispy, delicious and the perfect side to serve with a burger.
Ingredients
- 1 large sweet potato, cut into thin slices (about 1/4 inch)
- 1 teaspoon coconut or avocado oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- optional spices: cumin, cinnamon, cayenne
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400Ā°F, place sweet potato slices into a large bowl, top with the remaining ingredients and stir to coat evenly (I typically use my hands).
- Spread the fries onto a baking stone or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper making sure the fries aren’t crowded. They need space or else they will start to steam and get soft rather than crispy.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, take them out of the oven and flip, then bake for another 15-20 minutes.
- Keep an eye on them the last 5-10 minutes as some of the smaller pieces might start to burn.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large potato
- Calories: 201
- Sugar: 6
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
Keywords: baked sweet potato fries
Jill@MySoCalledHealthLife says
May 26, 2010 at 8:05 pmI have been hearing a lot about this weight lifting for women book, I think I may need to pick it up. I LOVE weight lifting, but I am thinking I should be researching it more to get the full effects.
kelsey@snackingsquirrel.com says
May 26, 2010 at 8:22 pmneed to pick up shape magazine ASAP!
oh man i just love this post.. has so many of my favs… cherries, chocolate, protein, sweet taters, beets, salmon OH MY! but i totally thought the wasabi peas were mouldy.. like the white stuff around them.. glad theyre just normal.. the ones ive seen are pretty wimpy tho and really small.. but i LOVE WASABI like crazy!
xoxo
Julie @ Pickley Pear says
May 26, 2010 at 8:23 pmI love sweet potato fries!! I feel stronger and more energized when I eat more protein (and less carbs/bread).
The reusable bags are a great idea. I keep at least two in my car, but can always use more!! Going to head over to that website now.
Jessica says
May 26, 2010 at 8:31 pmOmg š I don’t know where to begin, everything looks delicious and so so fresh!! I feel like a little extra protein never hurt, and I love that you’re incorporating WASABI PEAS while doing so! Those are my absolute favoriteeee. Especially with some dark chocolate chips, nuts, dried fruit, etc –the salty/sweet trail mix combo is killer! Promise.
And that choco cherry bomb is my new thing! I’ve been adding a little extra cocoa powder/stevia & xanthum gum to the mix and it seriously tastes like a big bowl of chocolate fro yo to me! Love. it.
Jessica says
May 26, 2010 at 8:38 pmI have actually never had wasabi peas or edamame. I really need to get some next time at TJs. And I totally agree – 2% tastes so much better!
Stephanie says
May 26, 2010 at 8:53 pmsweet potato fries are seriously the best, the sweet with the savory/spicy combo is fabulous! these bags look great too!
Mara @ What's For Dinner? says
May 26, 2010 at 8:57 pmThose bags are adorable, I’ll have to check them out to buy š I think black bean burgers and sweet potato fries are among my favorite foods!
Liz says
May 26, 2010 at 9:17 pmHey Brittany, thanks for visiting my site and for the coconut water tip. I had no idea. I’m adding you to my reader š I’ll have to try the shake and the 2% Fage. I ate the 0 fat for a while, but I’m pretty sick of it now. Anyway, I have to confess, I’m not a real wellness coordinator. I’m an editor for a women’s organization, and our ED is really into health, so I plan all kinds of health and wellness stuff for our office. I can only assume it’s a good way to someday get into the field. I plan events and work with a group affiliated with a hospital in the area, so I have some contacts now, but I haven’t made any kind of leap yet. I’d be happy to talk more about it though. And I loved the New Rules of Lifting for Women š
BroccoliHut says
May 26, 2010 at 11:49 pmThat salad is gorgeous–so many jewel tones!
Man, I wish I were still in RDU so we could have a meet-up. Someday, I hope!
Heather (Perspective Is Everything) says
May 27, 2010 at 6:12 amWow! All your food yesterday is on my favorites list š I’ve been snackin’ on the wasabi peas that have been in my cupboard for weeks. I just found out they’re gluten free, despite the “glutinous flour” in the ingredient list.
Turns out glutinous just means “sticky” š
Yeah, NROL4W is a great program! You go girl!
My hubby got me a Chico bag last year and I love it!!! The baggers at stores are always amazed because of how small it compacts and how well it stretches.
I just tell them, “cram as much as you want in there-it stretches alot!”
Justine says
May 27, 2010 at 7:30 amHave a great day Miss Brittany!
Melanie @ I Dream of Tahini says
May 27, 2010 at 9:14 amLove wasabi peas – I’m going to have to try the edamame!! Sweet potato fries are one of my favorite things!!!!
Kristina @goodnweird says
May 27, 2010 at 12:21 pmSalad looks gorgeous. I’m definitely adding cumin to my sweet potato fries next time I make them. Sounds like a delicious addition to an already tasty meal.
Meghann says
May 27, 2010 at 1:37 pmThat’s me!! š
Hayley @ Breath of Fire says
May 27, 2010 at 1:46 pmI have to make a conscious effort when it comes to my protein intake. I don’t really crave it a lot of the time, at least in my mind, but my body definitely likes it when I’m eating more. I think I should add that book to my summer reading list! (Which is growing unrealistically long for one summer, but what can ya do?)
kate says
May 27, 2010 at 4:30 pmI have the same issue with leaving a few bags in the car + then not replacing them when I go to the grocery store. I literally feel guilty when I go in the store without them, so I buy more. I must half like 100 of those freakin bags!
Hillary [Nutrition Nut on the Run] says
May 28, 2010 at 2:01 amI love the idea of using coconut oil for the fries – mmm! Rolling them in ground flax is super yum too.
Naomi (onefitfoodie) says
May 28, 2010 at 5:00 amcherries and cherry juice has been shown to be an amazing recovery drink post workout too!!! i love it!! oh yeah, you want to build muscle gotta up that protein! Ok i thinkits time for me to try the 2% i dont know why I never have, but i have heard from so many that it tastes amaazing and its still lower in fat, so yes i gotta try it!
I saw meghanns artical too!
Monet says
May 28, 2010 at 10:36 amYour daily eats look wonderful! I’m traveling now, and I’m missing being able to prep my own healthy food. I am also trying to eat more protein, and greek yogurt is one of my favorite sources!
Angela @ Eat Spin Run Repeat says
May 28, 2010 at 1:27 pmI love sweet potato fries too! Makes me wonder why anyone would ever want regular fries lol. I’ve been upping my protein intake hard as well – but the results have been amazing so far so I’m quite pleased! Your cherry smoothie looks delicious! š
Gabriela @ Fro-Yo Lover says
May 28, 2010 at 1:33 pmYUUUM – fabulous eats as always, Brittany!
Thanks for the lovely recipe – canĀ“t wait to try it on my own!
Have a great weekend š
Brazilian XOXOĀ“s,
Gabriela
Kris | iheartwellness.com says
May 28, 2010 at 3:06 pmLove you site doll!
The kale chips from the last post look freaking amazing!
I really love wasabi peas….and could eat them all day long!
I think i shall make some sweet tatter fries tonight!
XXOO
Rachael says
May 28, 2010 at 8:57 pmWasabi peas = happy mouth.
Thanks for showcasing the reusable bags. Reusable bags = happy planet (probably will take a little bit more than just that, but awesome step š
Enjoy NC – I miss it already!
Sarena (The Non Dairy Queen) says
May 29, 2010 at 5:58 pmI have never made sweet potato fries for my guys before, but I think I need to. That burger looks so good…and with those fries…YUM! I love the idea of the reusable produce bags…I am going now to enter! Thanks for sharing and have a safe trip!
SOMERSKYS says
March 11, 2011 at 11:51 amHI BIRITANNY GONNA MAKE THOSE SWEETPOTATOE FRIES NEVER HAD THEM B4? BUT LETME ASK U SOMETHIN? SHOULD I GET SWEET POTATOES OR YAMS? I DONT KNOW THE PIC SORTA LOOK OTANGE LIKE YAMS? PLEASE LET ME KNOW GOING TO THE STORE 2DAY TO PURCHASE? THANKS LOAD TONS MILLIONS!!!!!!!!!
Eating Bird Food says
March 11, 2011 at 5:16 pmI think they are called sweet potatoes and yams interchangeably. But you’ll want to get the potatoes that are orange so if that’s yams where you are, then yes get those. š
Jeannie says
March 19, 2011 at 10:13 pmOooh yum!! I just made those Crispy Sweet Potato Fries. Yum!!!
Meagan says
June 28, 2012 at 8:04 pmWhat a cute apple bag! I’m definitely going to look it up!
Jill @eatcleancrush.com says
June 10, 2016 at 9:44 amHands down one of my favorite foods.
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
June 10, 2016 at 10:20 amYou can’t go wrong with baked sweet potato fries! They are the perfect side dish to any meal.
Allie | Baking a Moment says
June 10, 2016 at 10:46 amI make sweet potato fries just like this, all the time! They are such a huge favorite and I could really make a meal out of them!
Erin @ Her Heartland Soul says
June 10, 2016 at 11:10 amThose look so frekaing yummy!
Sophie says
June 10, 2016 at 11:56 amI love sweet potato chips and have been experimenting with oil-free cooking recently… they work really well without oil, too! I like to add a little nutmeg and smoked paprika to mine.
Sophie
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Izzy Bruning says
June 10, 2016 at 12:32 pmI love sweet potato fries!
These look so yummy!
Izzy | https://plantbasedizzy.wordpress.com/
Kori says
June 10, 2016 at 3:30 pmI need to make sweet potato fries more often! These look and sound amazing. I love the mixture of spices too!
Cynthia | What A Girl Eats says
June 10, 2016 at 3:46 pmWe can’t get enough sweet potatoes right now! I love them!
Hillary says
June 10, 2016 at 6:32 pmCan never go wrong with sweet tater fries… mmm.
Taylor Kiser says
June 10, 2016 at 8:43 pmSweet potato fries are a favorite for me! These look delicious!
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Emilie @ Emilie Eats says
June 11, 2016 at 12:14 amI would LOVE a side of these with your hearts of palm BBQ sandwich!! Those have been on my to-try list this summer. Sweet potatoes cooked any way are my thing!
The Sunday Mode says
June 11, 2016 at 8:53 amAh see I’m a bread girl over potatoes any day! I do love sweet potato fries though, I feel like that’s my exception…
http://www.thesundaymode.blogspot.com.au
Heather says
June 11, 2016 at 7:41 pmI absolutely love sweet potato fries! I’ll be sure to try out your recipe, hopefully to change the traditional flavor of mine.
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Dani @ Dani California Cooks says
June 13, 2016 at 1:48 pmMaking these tonight!
Natalie says
February 9, 2018 at 2:27 pmI just made these fries and they are so good!! I love how simple this recipe is, and that is uses common household ingredients!
Brittany Mullins says
February 11, 2018 at 2:53 pmYay! This recipe is one of my favorites. So glad you enjoyed it, Natalie.