Sweet Potatoes, Baked over (Germany)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 12

Baked Sweet Potatoes, German Recipe for a Comforting Meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hr 05 min

Ready In

1 hr 25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

292

Sugar

14g

Fat

Baked Sweet Potatoes is a traditional German dish that is a staple for any holiday table or cozy night in. The recipe is simple and effortless, but the dish turns out to be delicious and heartwarming making it perfect for the fall and winter months. This dish is perfect as a main dish, or you can treat it as a side dish for a comforting meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375F (190C).
2.	Scrub sweet potatoes clean, pat dry, then prick with a fork.
3.	Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, place sweet potatoes on the sheet then bake for 45 to 50 minutes until they are fork-tender.
4.	Remove from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
5.	Once cooled, slice each potato lengthwise, push the ends to open up the potato scoop out the flesh from the center of the sweet potato and put it in a bowl.
6.	Combine the scooped-out sweet potato, salt, pepper, 2 tablespoons brown sugar and 2 tablespoons of butter in a mixing bowl mashing with a fork until smooth.
7.	Refill each sweet potato skin with a portion of the mashed mixture.
8.	In a separate mixing bowl, beat the remaining butter and brown sugar, whole wheat bread crumbs until it becomes crumbly.
9.	Sprinkle over the stuffed sweet potatoes.
10.	Return them to the oven and bake for additional 15-20 minutes until the top is slightly golden brown.

PROS

This dish is loaded with heart-healthy fiber, vitamins A and C, and potassium.

CONS

Sweet Potatoes can be high in calories and the added butter and brown sugar can contribute to more calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamins A and C, fiber, and potassium. They have been linked to aiding in digestion, supporting a healthy immune system, and reducing inflammation in the body. Additionally, the presence of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber in sweet potatoes has the potential to keep your gut microbiome healthy.

	4 medium sweet potatoes
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1/8 teaspoon pepper
	4 tablespoons brown sugar
	4 tablespoons unsalted butter , cold , diced
	3 tablespoons whole wheat bread crumbs