Delicious Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the warm and inviting flavors of Delicious Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes. This delightful dish combines the creamy sweetness of baked sweet potatoes with the tartness of crisp apples and chewy cranberries, creating a comforting side that’s perfect for autumn gatherings or weeknight dinners. Simple to prepare yet impressive in taste, these twice-baked sweet potatoes are not only nutritious but also versatile, making them an ideal addition to your holiday table or a healthy meal prep option. Enjoy them warm as a side dish or as part of a cozy brunch spread!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup diced tart apples (like Granny Smith)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash sweet potatoes, poke holes with a fork, and bake for about 45 minutes until tender.
- Let cool slightly, cut in half lengthwise, and scoop out most flesh into a bowl.
- Mix the scooped flesh with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
- Fold in diced apples, cranberries, and chopped pecans.
- Spoon filling back into sweet potato skins and return to the oven for an additional 15 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg