Prepare to transform your ordinary sweet potatoes into a culinary masterpiece that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These Paleo-friendly twice baked sweet potatoes are not just a side dish – they're a creamy, indulgent experience that proves healthy eating can be absolutely delicious. With a perfect blend of rich almond butter, warming cinnamon, and luxurious coconut milk, this recipe will revolutionize your dinner table and leave everyone asking for seconds.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: Paleo
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Wash sweet potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Using a fork, pierce each potato several times to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Place sweet potatoes directly on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 40-45 minutes, or until they are soft when pierced with a fork and the skin is slightly crispy.
- Remove sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool for 5-10 minutes until they are comfortable to handle.
- Cut each sweet potato in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the interior flesh, leaving a thin layer attached to the skin to maintain the potato's structure.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the scooped sweet potato flesh, coconut milk, almond butter, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mash and mix until smooth and well combined.
- Spoon the mixture back into the potato skins, creating a slightly mounded appearance.
- Return the stuffed potato skins to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the tops are lightly golden and heated through.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions before serving hot.
Tips
- Choose uniform-sized sweet potatoes for even cooking and consistent results.
- Don't skip piercing the potatoes – this prevents potential potato explosions and ensures even baking.
- Let the potatoes cool slightly before scooping to make handling easier and prevent burns.
- For extra creaminess, warm the coconut milk before mixing with the potato flesh.
- Use a potato masher or fork to achieve the perfect smooth texture when mixing ingredients.
- For a crispy top, consider broiling the stuffed potatoes for 1-2 minutes at the end of cooking.
- Fresh green onions are key – they add a bright, fresh contrast to the rich, creamy potato mixture.
- If you're not strictly Paleo, you can experiment with additional toppings like crispy bacon bits or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 7g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg
