Sweet Potato Fries

Naturally sweet and crisped up in the oven, these sweet potato fries are a colorful, veggie-packed swap for regular fries that kids gobble up just as fast. A light coating of cornstarch helps them get extra crispy edges without deep frying.

By YumYum Editorial · Kid-Friendly

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 30 min · Total: 45 min · Serves 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch fries
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• to taste Ketchup, for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Soak the cut sweet potato fries in a bowl of cold water for 15 minutes, then drain and pat completely dry.
3. Toss the dry fries with cornstarch until lightly and evenly coated.
4. Add olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and paprika, tossing again until every fry is coated.
5. Spread the fries in a single layer on the baking sheet, making sure they don't touch or overlap.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the edges are crisp and golden.
7. Let cool for 2-3 minutes before serving with ketchup.