Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes
Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, combining the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with tart cranberries and crisp apples. This delightful dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it an excellent choice for family gatherings or busy weeknights. With their warm, inviting flavors, these twice-baked potatoes are sure to impress your guests while satisfying your cravings for something hearty yet healthy. Ideal for meal prep or as a festive side dish, they bring together seasonal ingredients in a way that feels both comforting and special.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized 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
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and prick the sweet potatoes with a fork. Bake them for about 45-60 minutes until tender.
- After cooling slightly, cut each potato in half lengthwise, scoop out the flesh into a bowl, and mix with cranberries, chopped apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, butter, and salt.
- Spoon the filling back into the potato halves and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until heated through and golden on top.
- Serve warm as a delicious side dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato half (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg