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Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked

Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes for Cozy Gatherings

Deliciously unique Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 6 sweet potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 6 medium Sweet Potatoes Essential for providing natural sweetness and creamy texture.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Cranberries Fresh is best, but frozen can work.
  • 2 cups Apples Chop into small pieces; use Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Adjust according to personal preference for sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth and a cozy aroma.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Make sure it's softened for easy mixing.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Nuts (Pecans or Walnuts) Toasted nuts add crunch.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Drizzle on top for extra sweetness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash each sweet potato and pierce with a fork. Bake for 45 to 60 minutes.
  3. Cut each sweet potato in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh.
  4. Combine scooped flesh with chopped apples, cranberries, brown sugar, cinnamon, butter, and salt.
  5. Fill each sweet potato half with the mixture and arrange on a baking sheet.
  6. Lower oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
  7. Serve warm and enjoy with family and friends!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sweet potatoCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes are perfect for sharing and bring loved ones together around the table.

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