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Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes

Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes: A Festive Delight

Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes combine sweet and tart flavors, perfect for holiday feasts or cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Choose firm, unblemished varieties for even baking.
  • 1 tsp Salt Always adjust according to personal preference.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Fresh Cranberries Frozen cranberries can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 medium Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) Chop finely for better mixing with filling.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Substituting with white sugar will alter flavor slightly.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Can be supplemented with nutmeg or ginger for warmth.
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter Margarine can be used as a dairy-free option.
Final Touches
  • Optional Garnishes Consider fresh herbs or balsamic glaze for presentation.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • fork

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash the sweet potatoes and pierce them with a fork. Bake for 45-60 minutes until tender.
  3. Cut the baked sweet potatoes in half and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Leave a border in the skins.
  4. Mix the sweet potato flesh with cranberries, apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, butter, and salt.
  5. Spoon the filling back into the sweet potato skins, packing gently. Arrange on the baking sheet.
  6. Lower the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until heated through.
  7. Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 6gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best texture.

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