Creating Loaded Sweet Potato Skins is a simple process that results in a delicious dish. Follow these step-by-step instructions to ensure perfect results every time.

Step 1: Prepare the Sweet Potatoes

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready when you need it.
2. Prepare the Potatoes: Prick each sweet potato a few times with a fork. This allows steam to escape during baking.
3. Bake: Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
4. Cool and Halve: Allow them to cool slightly, then cut each potato in half lengthwise.

Step 2: Prepare the Filling

5. Scoop: Using a spoon, scoop out most of the flesh from each sweet potato half, leaving about 1/4 inch of the flesh attached to the skin.
6. Mix: In a bowl, combine the scooped-out sweet potato flesh, Greek yogurt, half of the cheese, black beans, sweet corn, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 3: Load and Bake Again

7. Fill the Skins: Spoon the mixture back into each sweet potato skin.
8. Top: Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the filled skins.
9. Bake Again: Return the skins to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 4: Garnish and Serve

10. Garnish: Top with green onions, cilantro, avocado, and jalapeños if using.
11. Serve: Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for an extra citrusy kick.