Baked Sweet Potato with Apples
Infused with the comforting flavors of fall, Baked Sweet Potato with Apples is a show-stopping dish that balances natural sweetness with warm spices. Tender baked sweet potatoes are loaded with caramelized spiced apples, seasoned with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of brown sugar, making each bite irresistibly cozy and flavorful. A buttery pecan topping adds an optional crunchy twist, elevating this recipe into a satisfying side dish or a hearty, vegetarian-friendly main. Ready in just an hour and requiring minimal prep, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive holiday spreads. Whether you’re searching for a wholesome sweet potato recipe or creative ways to incorporate apples, this dish will leave your kitchen smelling heavenly and your taste buds delighted!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 3 medium apples
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cup pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash and dry the sweet potatoes, then pierce them a few times with a fork to allow steam to escape. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until they are just starting to soften.
While the sweet potatoes are baking, peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges.
In a medium-sized skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cook until the mixture is bubbling and smooth.
Add the sliced apples to the skillet and toss them in the spiced butter mixture. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples start to soften but are still slightly firm.
Once the sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and carefully slice each potato lengthwise down the middle, making sure not to cut all the way through.
Gently fluff the insides of the sweet potatoes with a fork to create a small indentation, and spoon the spiced apples evenly into each sweet potato.
If using pecans, sprinkle them over the top of the apples for added crunch and flavor.
Return the filled sweet potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the apples are tender and the sweet potatoes are fully cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Baked Sweet Potato with Apples as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1651 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.0 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.3 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 132 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 1184 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 217.2 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.7 g | 128% | |
| Total Sugars | 109.3 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 879 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
