Stuffed sweet potatoes

Tips: Make the best stuffed sweet potatoes

Our tips will help you make the best stuffed sweet potatoes. Learn to choose the best ingredients and perfect your baking technique to bring out the best flavour and presentation.

Choose sweet potatoes of the same size

When picking sweet potatoes, go for firm ones with smooth skin and stick to medium-sized ones to ensure they cook evenly. Choose sweet potatoes with deep orange flesh if you are after that naturally sweet flavour and a creamy texture when baked. Make sure they are all about the same size, too, so everything cooks at the same pace, and you can serve them all together, hot and delicious!

Skip the foil

To achieve the ideal stuffed sweet potatoes, omit the foil. Baking them unwrapped helps their skins crisp up and caramelise at the edges, which brings out their natural sweetness and flavour. Just prick the potatoes with a fork, brush them with oil, and place them on a baking tray. Bake until they are soft to ensure a perfect base for your stuffing.

Pierce with a fork

To check if sweet potatoes are fully baked, see if they have puffed up and feel soft when you pierce them with a fork. The skin should be crisp, and the inside should give way easily. Start checking for this softness after they have been in the oven for about 30 minutes at 180 ˚C. Remember that larger sweet potatoes might take a bit longer to cook through.

Easy stuffed sweet potatoes

Cosy up with our easy stuffed sweet potatoes, the ultimate comfort food for a relaxing evening in. These sweet potatoes are the perfect canvas for whatever fillings you are in the mood for, from rich, creamy cheeses to savoury meats and roasted veggies. We love them loaded up with crispy bacon, tender broccoli, and a tang of white cheese – a hearty and satisfying mix that is just right for family dinners, a quick weekday meal, or a lazy weekend lunch.

If you want to explore more recipes with sweet potatoes, check out our sweet potato Buddha bowl with lentils and baked sweet potato with chickpeas.

Loaded with crispy bacon, tender broccoli, tangy white cheese, and a hint of chilli

Stuffed sweet potatoes are all about hitting that perfect balance of flavours and textures. The natural, earthy sweetness of the potato pairs beautifully with ingredients that add a crispy, crunchy contrast. In this recipe, crisp bacon introduces a smoky, salty crunch, while fresh broccoli adds a satisfying bite. We season with a hint of chilli and garlic to introduce a gentle warmth that contrasts nicely with the sweet potato and tangy white cheese. This simple yet delightful combination of spices adds a pleasant kick that you and your guests will love.

The go-to dinner solution for a cosy evening

Cosy evenings deserve delicious displays of comfort food, and our stuffed sweet potatoes fit the part perfectly. There is no need to hover in the kitchen all night; just pop the potatoes in the oven, and they will roast to perfection on their own. This frees you up to unwind and enjoy the evening as the meal takes care of itself. Packed with sweet, rich, and savoury flavours, these stuffed potatoes bring the perfect touch of indulgence to your comforting meal. Whether you are savouring them solo or sharing them with friends, they are sure to create a warm, inviting ambience.

Play around with the ingredients

To keep things interesting, we suggest you try different toppings. For a fresh twist, try adding some shredded lettuce; if you are after a bit more depth, roasted red peppers do the trick. And for a rich, savoury note, add some black olives. Fancy a change from bacon? Swap it out with smoked pancetta. It will not crisp up quite the same, but its subtle chewiness adds a lovely texture to the stuffed sweet potatoes.

You can also experiment with different cheeses. Cheddar cheese is a fantastic choice for bold, savoury flavours with a stringy texture. If you want to experiment even more, goat cheese offers a mild tang with earthy notes, and Gorgonzola brings a bold, sharp tang and a hint of saltiness to the dish.