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Sweet Potato Fries (Crispy Baked)

These sweet potato fries are baked to crispy perfection and seasoned with bold flavors you’ll adore. Serve them on their own as a satisfying appetizer or snack. Or, pair them with all your favorite main dishes for a crowd-pleasing meal! 

sweet potato fries in a bowl with ketchup on the side
Sweet potato fries are healthy, crispy, and baked – never fried.

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Why This Recipe Stands out

  • These fries bake to crispy perfection, not fried! 
  • Use just 8 simple ingredients to create a bold flavor that makes this recipe even better than your favorite restaurant’s version. 
  • You’ll use cornstarch to coat the potatoes, meaning this dish is naturally gluten-free
  • With just 3 tablespoons of olive oil, this recipe is surprisingly healthy and full of fiber.
  • They cook on a single baking sheet so your cleanup is a breeze

How to Make Sweet Potato Fries

Step 1: Once sliced, soak your fries in cold water.

Step 2: Add fries to a bag along with oil and spices.

Step 3: Use a clean towel to remove all excess moisture from fries.

Step 4: Arrange crispy sweet potato fries in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Pro-Tips for Crispy Fries

Learning how to make sweet potato fries is super easy, and we’ve rounded up our best tips to make sure this recipe is virtually failproof! 

  • Slice Evenly. You’ll want to slice your sweet potatoes into ¼ inch strips, making sure they’re as even as possible. This will allow for a uniform baking time and helps ensure every single fry gets crisp. 
  • Soak the Fries. Once sliced, immerse your fries in a bowl of cold water for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight. This removes excess starch and allows for better crisping. 
  • Bake in an Even Layer. Be sure to spread your fries in an even layer on a single baking sheet, leaving a little room in between each piece. Otherwise, they may not fully bake or become crisp! 
  • Flip the Fries. Roughly halfway through baking, remove the baking sheet from the oven, and flip over every fry. Trust us, it makes a huge difference in the final taste and texture! 
  • Cool. Once fully baked, allow your fries to cool at room temperature for 2 minutes to help them crisp up even further. 

Serving Suggestions

We love to whip up these baked sweet potato fries for a satisfying snack or appetizer. They taste great paired with all your favorite sauces like ketchup, barbecue, and aioli. However, they also make for a scrumptious family-friendly meal when served as a side with main courses such as: 

a sweet potato fry being dipped in ketchup
Crispy baked sweet potato fries are addictively delicious! Serve them with your favorite sauces.

Common Questions

How can I ensure my sweet potato fries will be crispy?

If fries won’t crisp, it’s likely because they were cut too thick or were crowded in the pan. For the best results, aim for shoestring-style fries that are ¼” thick. Also, be sure to soak them in water, and arrange them in a single layer on your baking sheet! 

How can I tell when sweet potato fries in the oven are done? 

You’ll know your baked sweet potato fries are done cooking when they are caramelized and crisp. If they begin to turn dark brown, they are overcooked. 

Can I make baked sweet potato fries ahead of time? 

These crispy sweet potato fries are best served right away while they’re still warm. However, if you have leftovers, they can be transferred to a paper towel-lined storage container and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. When you’re ready to eat, place them back in the oven at 350°F just until your desired temperature is reached. 


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Serve these sweet potato fries with your favorite sandwich, burger, or salad.

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Sweet Potato Fries (Crispy Baked)

5 from 130 ratings
These sweet potato fries are baked to crispy perfection and seasoned with bold flavors you’ll adore
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Amy Dong

Ingredients  

Instructions

  • Wash and dry potatoes. Use a sharp knife to slice potatoes into even ¼” strips. Immerse the potatoes into a large bowl of cold water for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 425F, and position an oven rack in the middle position. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • Drain the potatoes, and use paper towels or clean absorbent cloths to pat dry all excess moisture.
  • In a large sealable bag, add the potatoes. Drizzle evenly with olive oil, and toss to coat evenly. Add the cornstarch, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss again until the potatoes are evenly coated with the seasonings.
  • Arrange the potatoes in a single layer on the lined baking sheet, leaving a little space between them.
  • Bake 15 minutes. Quickly remove the baking sheet from the oven, closing the door to preserve heat, and use tongs or a spatula to flip each fry over. Bake another 7-10 minutes or until fries are browned at the tips.
  • Cool at room temperature for 2 minutes to help them crisp up. Serve warm.

Notes

  • The thinner the fries, the crisper they’ll get. Aim for shoestring-style fries, about 1/4″ in thickness. 
  • Unbaked, freshly sliced sweet potato fries can be soaked overnight if you want to get a head start on the recipe.
  • The more “shriveled” your fries become, the crisper they’ll be, as the water content has largely evaporated from the fries.
  • For flavor variation, try Old Bay seasoning in place of the onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. 
  • If you enjoyed this recipe, please come back and give it a rating ❤️

Nutrition (per serving)

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 67mg | Potassium: 396mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 16212IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg
Course: Appetizer, Side, Snack
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Lactose, Low Salt, Vegan, Vegetarian
Method: Bake, Oven

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31 comments

    • Danielle

    Hi! I’m going to make these tomorrow, can’t wait! I’ve cut the potatoes and they’re soaking, do I soak them overnight in the fridge or in the counter in the airtight container?

    Thank you so much!
    Danielle

    • W
    • 5 stars

    This is the first time I’ve found a recipe that actually produced crispy fries. Thank you!

      • Amy Dong

      That’s awesome! 🙂

    • Claire
    • 5 stars

    My partner loves sweet potato fries and have eaten quite a few kinds. So when I say these were their favorites, that’s no small feat! We’ll definitely be making this recipe over and over!

      • Amy Dong

      Yay, Claire!!

    • Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer
    • 5 stars

    Such a great recipe! I love the seasonings on these! Crispy while still having the amazing sweet potato flavor!

    • Kristina
    • 5 stars

    The seasoning on these was fantastic! I soaked mine for about 12 hours and they turned out perfectly crisp.

    • Maddy
    • 5 stars

    I soaked them overnight and couldn’t be more pleased with how crispy they turned out. The seasoning was delicious too.

    • Dennis
    • 5 stars

    Wow, these were the best sweet potato fries I ever made! They were a big hit with my family!

    • Veronika
    • 5 stars

    We loved these fries! The cornstarch definitely helped to crisp them up, I’ve never added it to fries before. Soaking them was a cool new hack too.

    • veenaazmanov
    • 5 stars

    Thanks for all the step by step detailing to making these crispy, flavorful and perfect fries. Sweet Potatoes is surely a delicious and healthier snack.

    • Kathryn
    • 5 stars

    These fries are perfection! Love how crispy they are when baked! Going to make these again soon and I can’t wait 🙂

      • Amy Dong

      Thanks, Kathryn!

    • Mikayla
    • 5 stars

    I ALWAYS order sweet potato fries when we are eating out, sometimes they are not prepared right. Your recipe and step by step guidelines produced the perfect sweet potato fries!

      • Amy Dong

      So awesome, Mikayla!

    • Sharon
    • 5 stars

    These sweet potato fries came out super crispy and were the perfect pairing for burger night! We will be making these again.

      • Amy Dong

      So glad you guys enjoyed this!

    • Maria
    • 5 stars

    The best sweet potato fries so far!!! Thanks!!

      • Amy Dong

      Yay! So happy to hear that, Maria!

    • Sue
    • 5 stars

    I love that these sweet potato fries are baked. So healthy and delicious!

      • Amy Dong

      Thank you!

    • Monica
    • 5 stars

    Absolutely love sweet potato fries – I’d take them over regular fries any day! These look extra deliciously crispy and perfectly seasoned. I am in love!

    • Cathleen
    • 5 stars

    These sweet potato fries are a new favourite in my kitchen! Thank you so much for sharing the recipe 🙂

    • Ann
    • 5 stars

    Love sweet potato fries, and these turned out great! I made them in the air fryer versus the oven, but still turned out delicious!

      • Amy Dong

      Healthy and crispy, right? 🙂

    • Tracy
    • 5 stars

    Great tips for nice a crispy fries! My kids love these and I love how healthy they are. Great recipe, thanks!!

      • Amy Dong

      You’re welcome!

    • Luke Ratford
    • 5 stars

    We love sweet potatoes and this sweet potato crispy fries recipe is awesome the kids loved them and came up for seconds, lol

      • Amy Dong

      That’s a win!

    • Maggie
    • 5 stars

    So crispy and so delicious. I served them next to baked chicken. We loved this recipe!

      • Amy Dong

      So glad you loved it!

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