Save to Pinterest Cozy, colorful, and loaded with sweet, tart, and spiced flavors, these twice-baked sweet potatoes are a perfect fall and holiday side dish.
This recipe has become a favorite in my family during the colder months because it combines comforting sweetness with a touch of tartness that everyone enjoys.
Ingredients
- Sweet Potatoes: 4 large sweet potatoes
- Filling: 1 medium apple (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), peeled and diced, 1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, 2 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, Salt to taste
- Optional Topping: 1/3 cup chopped pecans, Additional maple syrup for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat and bake sweet potatoes:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub sweet potatoes, pat dry, prick all over with a fork, and place on a baking sheet. Bake for 45 50 minutes, or until fork-tender.
- Prepare filling:
- Meanwhile, in a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add diced apple and cranberries. Sprinkle in cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 6 minutes, until apples are softened and cranberries begin to burst. Remove from heat.
- Prepare sweet potato shells:
- Once sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, cut them in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop out most of the flesh, leaving a 1/4-inch border inside the skins for structure.
- Mash filling:
- In a bowl, mash the sweet potato flesh. Add the apple-cranberry mixture and maple syrup. Stir gently until just combined do not over-mash some texture is ideal.
- Fill potatoes:
- Spoon the filling back into the sweet potato skins. Sprinkle with chopped pecans if desired, and drizzle with a little extra maple syrup.
- Bake filled potatoes:
- Return the filled potatoes to the oven and bake for 10 12 minutes, until heated through and tops are golden. Serve warm.
Save to Pinterest My family loves gathering around this dish during holidays, sharing stories as we enjoy the warm flavors together.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, Skillet, Mixing bowl, Potato masher or fork, Spoon
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (butter) and tree nuts (pecans optional). For dairy-free or vegan, use plant-based butter. For nut-free, omit pecans. Always double-check ingredient labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 240, Total Fat: 5 g, Carbohydrates: 45 g, Protein: 2 g per serving
Save to Pinterest This recipe is a fantastic way to bring warm seasonal flavors to your table with minimal effort.