Cheddar & Chive Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes
Cheddar & Chive Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes are a deliciously creamy and cheesy dish that elevates the humble sweet potato into a comforting culinary masterpiece. With a harmonious blend of sharp cheddar, fresh chives, and buttery goodness, each bite is an explosion of flavor. Perfect for any occasion, these twice-baked delights are not just visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, making them a must-try recipe for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake sweet potatoes on a lined baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender.
- Allow to cool slightly, then slice each potato lengthwise and scoop out the flesh into a bowl, leaving a border.
- Mix the scooped flesh with butter, half the cheddar cheese, sour cream, chives, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Spoon the filling back into the potato skins, top with remaining cheddar cheese, and bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato half (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize your filling by adding crispy bacon or swapping chives for green onions. To enhance flavors further, consider adding garlic powder or cayenne pepper for a little kick.