Sweet Potato and Apple Gratin
Transform your table with this Sweet Potato and Apple Gratin, a decadent yet wholesome dish that balances sweet and savory flavors in every bite. Layers of tender sweet potatoes and juicy apples are bathed in a luscious spiced cream sauce infused with garlic, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then topped with a golden crust of Parmesan cheese and crispy panko breadcrumbs. This oven-baked gratin is the ultimate side dish, perfect for holidays or cozy dinners, and its stunning presentation makes it a standout centerpiece. Best enjoyed warm and finished with a sprinkle of fresh thyme, it’s a comforting blend of textures and aromas that will delight everyone at the table. Keywords: sweet potato gratin, sweet potato and apple recipe, holiday side dish, creamy baked gratin.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 medium apples
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.
Peel the sweet potatoes and apples. Slice both into thin, even rounds about 1/8-inch thick using a mandoline slicer or sharp knife.
Mince the garlic cloves finely. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, milk, butter, minced garlic, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Heat gently until the butter melts and the mixture is warm, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Arrange half of the sweet potato slices in an even layer on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top with a layer of half the apple slices. Repeat with the remaining sweet potatoes and apples to create layered stacks.
Slowly pour the warm cream mixture over the sweet potatoes and apples, ensuring that the liquid is distributed evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the grated Parmesan cheese and panko breadcrumbs together. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the dish.
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the top is golden-brown and crispy. Check for doneness by inserting a knife or skewer into the center—it should slide through easily.
Remove from the oven and let the gratin cool for 5-10 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh thyme before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or a stand-alone centerpiece for any meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1842 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.4 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.7 g | 358% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 353 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 3545 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.5 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.1 g | ||
| Protein | 30.9 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 770 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 634 mg | 13% | |
*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.
