Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes
Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes are a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors, making them an irresistible side dish for any occasion. This delightful recipe showcases the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes paired with the zing of fresh cranberries and the crispness of apples. Ideal for family gatherings or holiday feasts, these twice-baked beauties not only taste amazing but also provide a colorful addition to your table. With their nutritious ingredients and easy preparation, they are sure to impress your guests while keeping things simple in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 85 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium 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
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 45–60 minutes until tender.
- Once baked, let cool slightly, then cut each potato in half lengthwise and scoop out most of the flesh into a mixing bowl.
- Add chopped apples, cranberries, brown sugar, cinnamon, butter, and salt to the bowl; mash until well combined.
- Spoon the filling back into the sweet potato skins evenly. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 20–25 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato half (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg