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Cranberry Apple Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

Cranberry Apple Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes for Holiday Cheer

Delightful Cranberry Apple Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes blend sweet and tart flavors, perfect for a festive dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Select firm, unblemished varieties.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Generously coat the potatoes.
For the Apple-Cranberry Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use coconut oil for a vegan option.
  • 2 cups Diced Apples Use tart varieties.
  • 1 cup Cranberries Fresh cranberries preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Maple syrup can be used for vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Freshly grated is recommended.
  • 1/2 cup Pecans Can substitute with walnuts or almonds.
Optional Garnishes
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Thyme For garnish.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup For drizzling on top.

Equipment

  • oven
  • skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scrub and pierce the sweet potatoes. Rub with olive oil and lightly sprinkle with salt.
  2. Roast the sweet potatoes on the baking sheet for 40-45 minutes until soft.
  3. While cooling, heat butter in a skillet, add diced apples, and cook for 3-4 minutes until caramelized.
  4. Stir in cranberries, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg; cook for 5-7 minutes until cranberries pop.
  5. Slice the cooled sweet potatoes in half and fluff the insides with a fork.
  6. Spoon the apple-cranberry mixture into each sweet potato half and return to the oven for 10 minutes.
  7. Remove from the oven, rest for a few minutes, then garnish before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 14000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven for best results.

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