Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes
Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes are a delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors that make an irresistible side dish. Perfect for holiday gatherings or family dinners, these twice-baked sweet potatoes combine the natural sweetness of baked sweet potatoes with the tang of fresh cranberries and the crunch of apples. Not only are they visually stunning with their vibrant colors, but they also offer a nutritious option packed with vitamins and minerals. Easy to prepare and customize, this recipe is sure to impress your guests while providing a comforting, delicious experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake the washed sweet potatoes on a baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until tender. Let cool slightly.
- Halve the baked sweet potatoes and scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl.
- Mix in cranberries, chopped apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, butter, and salt until smooth yet slightly chunky.
- Spoon the mixture back into each potato skin and return to the oven for another 15-20 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato half (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg