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Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes

Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes for Festive Flavor

Enjoy the delightful flavors of Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes, a nutrient-packed side dish perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 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 ones
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter Adds rich creaminess to the filling
  • 1 tsp Salt Balances sweetness
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Fresh Cranberries Or frozen if necessary
  • 2 medium Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) Substitute with pears if desired
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Elevates sweetness
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth and spice

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Potato Masher

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and pierce sweet potatoes; bake for 45 to 60 minutes until tender.
  3. Slice baked sweet potatoes in half and scoop out the flesh.
  4. In a bowl, combine sweet potato flesh, chopped apples, cranberries, brown sugar, cinnamon, butter, and salt.
  5. Spoon the filling back into the sweet potato skins.
  6. Lower oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake filled sweet potatoes for 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 5gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These twice-baked sweet potatoes can be made ahead of time and are perfect for holiday gatherings.

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