Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 4.2 from 30 reviews
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (2 halves per serving)
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes, a comforting and festive side dish perfect for fall and winter. Baked sweet potatoes are stuffed with a sweet and tangy mixture of fresh cranberries, diced apple, brown sugar, and cinnamon, then baked again to meld the flavors beautifully. Garnished with fresh parsley, these twice-baked sweet potatoes offer a colorful, flavorful addition to any meal, balancing natural sweetness with a hint of spice.

Ingredients

Scale

Sweet Potatoes

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes

Filling

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1 medium apple, peeled and diced
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the sweet potatoes.
  2. Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and prick each several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
  3. Bake Potatoes: Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for approximately 45 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
  4. Prepare Fruit Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine fresh cranberries, peeled and diced apple, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Stir thoroughly to blend the flavors.
  5. Scoop Out Sweet Potato Flesh: Allow the baked sweet potatoes to cool slightly, then cut each in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the flesh into the bowl with the fruit mixture.
  6. Combine Filling: Mix the sweet potato flesh with the cranberry and apple mixture until well combined, creating a flavorful stuffing.
  7. Refill and Bake Again: Spoon the mixture back into the sweet potato skins and bake them for an additional 15 minutes to heat through and meld the flavors.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving for a fresh, herbaceous finish.

Notes

  • Make sure to prick the sweet potatoes well to prevent bursting in the oven.
  • Use a firm apple variety like Granny Smith for a nice tart contrast and texture.
  • Fresh cranberries can be substituted with frozen if fresh are not available; just thaw before use.
  • For a vegan option, ensure the brown sugar is organic or verified vegan.
  • These can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving to save time.

Did you make this recipe?

Share a photo and tag us — we can't wait to see what you've made!

Find it online: https://everydaytastykitchen.com/cranberry-apple-twice-baked-sweet-potatoes-recipe/