Apple Spiced Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Experience the cozy flavors of fall with these Apple Spiced Stuffed Sweet Potatoes. This delightful dish features tender sweet potatoes filled with a warm mixture of spiced apples and crunchy nuts, creating a comforting meal perfect for family gatherings or intimate dinners. The irresistible combination of savory and sweet will captivate your taste buds, making each bite a nostalgic journey. Serve them warm for an unforgettable experience that embodies autumn’s essence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2 (1 stuffed sweet potato half per serving) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb total)
- 2 cups diced tart apples (such as Granny Smith)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (toasted)
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 2 tbsp butter or coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and pierce the sweet potatoes with a fork. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes until tender.
- While baking, melt butter or coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced apples, cinnamon, brown sugar, and nuts; cook for about 5-7 minutes until apples soften but retain some crunch.
- Once cool, slice each sweet potato lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork. Spoon the apple filling into each half.
- Return stuffed sweet potatoes to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato half (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg