Oven-Baked Sweet Potato and Apple Fries

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Sweet and savory fries made by baking sweet potato and apple sticks tossed with cinnamon and a touch of olive oil — a fun and healthy treat for kids. This american-inspired kid friendly ready in about 42 minutes pairs olive oil, ground cinnamon, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 32 min Serves 4 American cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 2 peeled and cut medium sweet potatoes (1/4-inch sticks) and 1 cored and cut large apple (1/4-inch sticks).
  3. Step 3: Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over the sweet potato and apple sticks, then sprinkle with 1 tsp ground cinnamon and 1/4 tsp salt. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
  4. Step 4: Spread the sticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not overlapping.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 20 minutes, then flip the fries gently with a spatula and bake an additional 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly browned and crispy.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let cool 5 minutes before serving as a sweet and healthy finger food.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Baked Sweet Potato and Apple Fries take to make?

Total time is about 42 minutes (10 min prep + 32 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Oven-Baked Sweet Potato and Apple Fries?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Baked Sweet Potato and Apple Fries?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Oven-Baked Sweet Potato and Apple Fries for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Oven-Baked Sweet Potato and Apple Fries?

American kid friendly like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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