Sweet Potatoes and Apples
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible recipe for Sweet Potatoes and Apples—a comforting blend of naturally sweet flavors and warm fall spices. Perfectly roasted sweet potato cubes and tender apple slices are coated in a luscious mix of melted butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar, creating a dish that’s both cozy and indulgent. A sprinkle of optional pecans adds a delightful crunch and nutty depth to this already flavorful combination. Ready in under an hour and simple to prepare, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for everything from holiday feasts to weeknight dinners. Serve it warm for a side dish that’s equal parts wholesome and decadent, sure to complement any main course!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 3 medium apples
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Peel the sweet potatoes and apples. Dice the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes and slice the apples into thin wedges.
Place the diced sweet potatoes and sliced apples into the prepared baking dish, arranging them evenly.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, brown sugar, and salt until fully combined.
Drizzle the butter and spice mixture over the sweet potatoes and apples, ensuring they are evenly coated. Toss gently to distribute the mixture.
If using pecans, sprinkle them evenly across the top of the dish.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized and the apples are soft.
Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1513 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.5 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.9 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 1108 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.4 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.7 g | 128% | |
| Total Sugars | 100.4 g | ||
| Protein | 15.0 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 280 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 864 mg | 18% | |
*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.
