Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes
Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes Recipe is a delightful, nutritious dish that beautifully balances the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the tartness of cranberries and apples. This unique recipe is ideal for any occasion, from festive holiday gatherings to cozy family dinners. The warm flavors and textures make it a crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults. With minimal preparation and easy-to-follow steps, this dish allows you to enjoy a delicious and healthy side while impressing your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced
- 3 tablespoons coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
- ¼ cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C).
- Scrub and dry the sweet potatoes; prick them with a fork.
- Roast the sweet potatoes in a baking dish for 40-45 minutes until tender.
- While roasting, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; sauté diced apples, cranberries, coconut sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until apples soften.
- Stir in chopped pecans and mix well.
- Once sweet potatoes are done, split them open and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Spoon the apple-cranberry filling into each half of the sweet potato.
- Return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato half (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg