Cranberry Kissed Sweet Potatoes
Sweet, tart, and irresistibly festive, Cranberry Kissed Sweet Potatoes bring a burst of holiday flavor to your table. This vibrant side dish features tender chunks of sweet potatoes bathed in a luscious cranberry-maple glaze, enhanced with hints of orange juice, warm cinnamon, and a touch of brown sugar. The cranberries add a tangy pop, while an optional sprinkle of toasted pecans provides delightful crunch and nutty depth. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any cozy gathering, this oven-baked masterpiece is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in under an hour, it’s a crowd-pleaser that embodies the comforting essence of fall and winter.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 cup pecans (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes.
Place the sweet potato cubes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes, until tender but not falling apart. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, maple syrup, brown sugar, orange juice, butter, ground cinnamon, and salt. Heat over medium heat while stirring until the cranberries begin to pop and the mixture thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes.
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread the cooked sweet potatoes evenly in the dish.
Pour the cranberry mixture over the sweet potatoes, gently stirring to coat all the pieces evenly.
If using, sprinkle pecans over the top for added crunch and flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are tender and the cranberry topping is bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Cranberry Kissed Sweet Potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1180 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.8 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 893 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.8 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.3 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 94.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 394 mg | 8% | |
*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.
