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Cranberry Apple Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

Cranberry Apple Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes That Wow Every Holiday

Cranberry Apple Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes are a festive and flavorful holiday side dish that delights guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Choose uniform-sized ones for even cooking and a creamy base.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Rub on the skin for a flavorful and crisp exterior.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Just a pinch enhances the natural sweetness.
For the Filling
  • 2 medium Apples (e.g., Granny Smith) Use firm varieties for tartness and structure.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Helps caramelize the apples.
  • 1 cup Cranberries Fresh cranberries add tartness.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Balances the tartness with sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds warmth to the filling.
  • 1 teaspoon Nutmeg Adds depth and aroma.
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Pecans Toasted pecans add crunch; substitute with walnuts if desired.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Scrub the sweet potatoes and pierce them with a fork several times.
  2. Rub each sweet potato with olive oil and a sprinkle of salt. Arrange on a lined baking sheet.
  3. Roast the sweet potatoes for 40 to 45 minutes until very tender.
  4. In a skillet, heat butter and caramelize diced apples for 2 to 3 minutes without stirring.
  5. Add cranberries, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt to the skillet, cooking for 5 to 7 minutes until syrupy.
  6. Let sweet potatoes cool for 5 minutes, then slice lengthwise and fluff the insides.
  7. Fill each sweet potato with the warm apple and cranberry mixture and return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.
  8. Garnish with toasted pecans and thyme, then drizzle with maple syrup before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sweet potatoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These sweet potatoes are gluten-free, vegetarian, and can be made ahead of time for convenience.

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