30-Minute Sweet Potato Chips
Crispy, flavorful Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries with your choice of spices, baked to perfection on a hot sheet pan for a healthy, satisfying side or snack.
Equipment
- 1 Heavy Duty Baking Sheet (preheated)
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 Sharp Chef’s Knife
- 1 Pair of Tongs
- Optional: 1 Mandoline Slicer
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cut (about 3 large)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 to 2 tablespoons seasoning blend of your choice e.g., smoked paprika, chipotle powder, Cajun seasoning, garam masala, Chinese five-spice, or pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) for a perfect balance of crispy edges and tender centers.For even crispier fries, you can increase the temperature to 500°F (260°C). Place a heavy-duty baking sheet or roasting pan inside the oven while it preheats, allowing it to get hot. This will help the fries develop a nice caramelized crust once they hit the pan.
- Peel and Slice the Sweet Potatoes: Peel the sweet potatoes and trim off the ends. Cut each sweet potato in half lengthwise, and then cut each half into wedges about ¼ to ½ inch thick.Alternatively, for uniform slices, you may use a mandoline to cut the sweet potatoes into thin rounds.
- Season the Fries: Transfer the sweet potato wedges to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the olive oil over the potatoes and sprinkle with kosher salt and your chosen spices. Use your hands or a spatula to toss everything thoroughly, ensuring each piece is evenly coated with oil and seasoning.
- Arrange Fries on Hot Baking Sheet: Carefully remove the preheated baking sheet from the oven. Spread the sweet potato pieces out in a single layer on the hot pan. Avoid overcrowding so the fries roast evenly and become crisp rather than steaming.
- Bake and Flip for Even Crispiness: Place the pan back in the oven and roast the fries for about 10 minutes. Then, using tongs, carefully turn each piece to promote even browning. Continue baking for another 5 to 15 minutes, depending on your oven temperature and fry thickness, until the fries are golden brown and crisp on the edges but tender inside.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the fries from the oven and let them rest for about 5 minutes to allow the exterior to firm up slightly. Serve warm alongside your favorite dip or as a flavorful side dish.
Notes
- Cut Evenly: To ensure your fries cook uniformly, try to cut them into pieces of similar size and thickness.
- Oven Temperature: Higher heat (500°F) results in crispier fries but requires close attention to avoid burning. Adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Spice Variations: Feel free to experiment with different spice blends to customize the flavor—sweet, smoky, or spicy.
- One Sheet at a Time: Bake fries on a single sheet pan to allow enough airflow and heat contact for maximum crispiness.
- Optional Sugar Sprinkle: For extra caramelized sweetness, lightly dust fries with sugar before baking.
- Storage: Leftover fries can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in a hot oven or air fryer for best texture.
