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“Twice-baked sweet potatoes stuffed with apples and cranberries, topped with cinnamon and maple syrup.”

Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes

Chef Naya
Summary:
Enjoy the cozy flavors of Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes! This easy, family-friendly recipe from Recipench is perfect for holiday dinners, seasonal meals, or a comforting weeknight treat. Naturally gluten-free, healthy, and full of vibrant flavor
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 47 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Equipment

  • 1 Oven Preheated to 400°F (200°C)
  • 1 Baking sheet Lined with aluminum foil
  • 1 Aluminum Foil For easy cleanup
  • 2 Mixing Bowls One for filling, one for topping
  • 1 Spoon or Spatula For mixing ingredients
  • 1 Knife For cutting sweet potatoes and apples
  • 1 Cutting Board Use a sturdy one for safe slicing
  • 1 set Measuring Cups For accurate ingredient portions
  • 1 set Measuring Spoons For spices and sweeteners

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Washed and scrubbed
  • 1 cup Cranberries Fresh or frozen
  • 1 large Apple Peeled and diced
  • 2 tbsp Butter Unsalted; substitute with coconut oil for vegan option
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar Optional; adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Ground
  • ¼ tsp Nutmeg Adds warm spice flavor
  • ¼ cup Pecans Chopped; optional for crunch
  • ¼ tsp Salt Enhances sweetness balance
  • 1 tbsp Maple Syrup Optional drizzle before serving

Instructions
 

  • Step 1 — Bake the Sweet PotatoesPreheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the sweet potatoes on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until they are fork-tender and the skin begins to pull away slightly. Let them cool just enough to handle safely.
    Sweet potatoes baking on foil-lined tray in oven – easy healthy recipe by Recipench.
  • Step 2 — Prepare the FillingSlice each sweet potato in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the flesh, leaving a thin layer around the edges to maintain structure.In a mixing bowl, combine the scooped sweet potato, butter, diced apple, cranberries, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mash and mix gently until the ingredients are well blended and slightly creamy.
    Mixing cranberry apple sweet potato filling in a rustic bowl – holiday family recipe by Recipench.
  • Step 3 — Fill the Sweet Potato ShellsSpoon the filling mixture evenly back into each potato shell, forming small mounds on top. Sprinkle with chopped pecans for a bit of crunch and festive flavor.
    Twice-baked sweet potatoes filled with cranberry apple mix topped with pecans – Recipench holiday side dish.
  • Step 4 — Bake AgainReturn the filled potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, until the tops are lightly golden and the mixture is heated through.
    Cranberry apple twice-baked sweet potatoes drizzled with maple syrup – Recipench healthy holiday recipe.
  • Step 5 — Finish and ServeDrizzle with maple syrup before serving for a touch of sweetness. Serve warm as a comforting side dish for holiday dinners, family gatherings, or cozy weeknight meals.
    Cranberry apple twice-baked sweet potatoes drizzled with maple syrup – Recipench healthy holiday recipe.for very day
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