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Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes

Cozy Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes Delight

Indulge in these Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes, a cozy vegetarian side bursting with autumn flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 whole Sweet Potatoes Choose larger, firm potatoes for the best filling.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Substitute with olive oil for a dairy-free option.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Cranberries (fresh or frozen) Dried cherries or raisins can be substituted.
  • 1 whole Apple Honeycrisp or Gala are recommended varieties.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Freshly grated nutmeg is preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Complements the sweetness of the dish.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Agave nectar is a vegan substitute.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
Finishing Touches
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Nuts (optional) Pecans or walnuts add crunch.

Equipment

  • oven
  • skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly.
  2. Pierce each sweet potato with a fork and bake for 45-50 minutes until tender.
  3. Cool the sweet potatoes for 10 minutes, then slice them in half and scoop out most of the flesh.
  4. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter, add apples and cranberries, cooking until tender.
  5. Drizzle in maple syrup, stirring well, and cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. Mash the sweet potato flesh and fold in half of the apple-cranberry filling.
  7. Refill the sweet potato skins with the mixture and top with remaining filling.
  8. Bake the refilled sweet potatoes for an additional 10-12 minutes until warmed through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sweet potatoCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 19200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize the dish by experimenting with different fruits or toppings.

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