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How Long to Cook Sweet Potato (Whole Baked) in the smoker

Specification: Whole medium sweet potatoes, pierced with fork, oiled, smoked directly on grates over pecan wood

Target Temp
Heat Waves
250°F (121°C)
Indirect Smoke
Total Time
Clock Time
120–150 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
Flip Action
60m
Turnover Point
Internal Safe Temp
Thermometer Probe
205°F (96°C) internal tender custard
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

1
Preheat & Prep

Preheat smoker to 250°F (121°C) with your choice of wood. Prepare sweet potato (whole baked) (Whole medium sweet potatoes, pierced with fork, oiled, smoked directly on grates over pecan wood). Spray lightly with high-smoke-point oil.

2
Cook & Flip

Cook for 120–150 mins. Flip at the 60-minute mark for even browning.

3
Check & Rest

Skin darkens and wrinkles with caramelized syrup oozing from steam holes; fork slides effortlessly to center. Confirm internal temperature reaches 205°F (96°C) internal tender custard. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

North Carolina SweetPotato Commission Roasting Standards; Weber Smokey Mountain Vegetable Guidelines.

Pro Tip: Pecan wood smoke pairs naturally with the earthy caramel sugars of sweet potato; slice open and top with smoked butter.

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