How to Make Baked Sweet Potatoes in the Microwave - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sweet potatoes are a delicious and nutritious vegetable that can be prepared in a variety of ways. From mashed sweet potatoes to sweet potato fries, the options are endless when it comes to cooking with this versatile ingredient. But one of the easiest and most convenient ways to enjoy sweet potatoes is by baking them in the microwave.

Baking sweet potatoes in the microwave is not only quick and easy, but it also results in perfectly tender and flavorful sweet potatoes that make the p...

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Ingredients

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 potatoes

  • Wash sweet potatoes and prick several times all over with a fork.
  • Place in a microwave on top of a paper towel and cover with another paper towel. Cook on high for 5 minutes (may need more depending on strength of microwave and thickness of potato).
  • Turn the potatoes over and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove potatoes and test for softness. If not soft, cook for 1 to 2 minutes more. Wrap potatoes in aluminum foil and allow to cool, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Slice them open and add butter, honey, cinnamon, and salt. Mash the soft flesh with a fork.
  • Nutrition

    338 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 1290mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 57g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 107mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 789mg