Description
These Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes combine the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the tartness of fresh cranberries and the crispness of apples. Enhanced with brown sugar, cinnamon, and buttery richness, this dish is a perfect cozy side for holiday meals or any time you crave a comforting, flavorful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
Fruit Filling
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 medium apple, peeled, cored and diced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Additional Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prep the Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the sweet potatoes clean and prick them several times with a fork. Place them on a baking sheet and roast for about 45 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Prepare the Filling: While the sweet potatoes roast, combine the fresh cranberries, diced apple, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Mix well to distribute the flavors evenly.
- Scoop Out Sweet Potatoes: Once the sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, slice them in half lengthwise. Carefully scoop out most of the flesh into a bowl, leaving a small border to keep the skins sturdy for filling.
- Mix and Fill: To the sweet potato flesh in the bowl, add the butter and the cranberry-apple mixture. Stir thoroughly to combine everything into a sweet, spiced mixture.
- Stuff and Bake Again: Spoon the filling back into the sweet potato skins, mound them slightly. Place the filled sweet potatoes back on the baking sheet and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes at 375°F (190°C), until heated through and slightly caramelized on top.
- Serve Warm: Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. These make a beautiful and flavorful side dish perfect for festive occasions or as a wholesome treat any day.
Notes
- You can substitute brown sugar with maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.
- For a vegan option, replace unsalted butter with a plant-based butter or coconut oil.
- To enhance texture, consider adding chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the filling.
- These can be prepared ahead and reheated in the oven before serving.
- Adjust cinnamon quantity to taste for either a mild or more spiced flavor.
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