Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes
Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes are a mouthwatering blend of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. These warm, fluffy sweet potatoes are filled with tart cranberries, crisp apples, and a hint of cinnamon, creating a comforting dish that evokes fond memories of festive celebrations. With each bite, you’ll experience rich textures and delightful flavors that are sure to impress family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or 3/4 cup dried cranberries)
- 2 cups diced Granny Smith apples (about 2 medium apples)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash the sweet potatoes, poke holes in them with a fork, and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender. Let cool slightly.
- Cut the sweet potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out most of the flesh into a bowl.
- In another bowl, combine cranberries, diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Mix well.
- Add the scooped sweet potato flesh and butter to the cranberry-apple mixture; blend until smooth.
- Spoon the filling back into the potato skins and bake at 350°F (175°C) for an additional 15-20 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato half (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg