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Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes

Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes for Cozy Holidays

Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes are a delightful vegetarian centerpiece, naturally gluten-free and packed with flavorful roasted sweet potatoes, tart cranberries, and juicy apples.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes opt for true sweet potatoes for the best texture
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or Coconut Oil use coconut oil for a dairy-free option
For the Filling
  • 3 tablespoons Maple Syrup or brown sugar if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt use as needed
  • 2 medium Apple a mix of sweet and tart varieties works well
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Fresh or Frozen Cranberries reduce sugar if using dried cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar or Maple Syrup use sparingly based on tartness of cranberries
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest optional, fresh zest is best
  • 2 tablespoons Orange Juice or Water substitute with water if needed

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spoon
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork. Bake on a baking sheet for 45-55 minutes until tender.
  2. In a skillet, combine diced apple, cranberries, brown sugar, orange zest, and orange juice. Cook over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until tender and syrupy.
  3. Carefully slice baked sweet potatoes in half and scoop out most of the flesh, leaving about a 1/4-inch border. Mash with butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
  4. Spoon the sweet potato filling back into the skins and top with the apple-cranberry compote.
  5. Return filled sweet potatoes to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes until warmed through and slightly caramelized on top.
  6. Remove from oven, let cool for a minute, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Combine sweet and tart apples for more complex flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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