Description
Apple Spiced Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a delightful fall dish that combines sweet potatoes with spiced apples, perfect for family gatherings and Thanksgiving celebrations.
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 2 apples, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 2 tablespoon dried cranberries (optional)
- Plain Greek yogurt or whipped cream for topping (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven: To 400°F. Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork and place on a baking sheet.
2. Roast Potatoes: Bake for 45-55 minutes until fork-tender.
3. Cook Apples: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced apples and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
4. Add Spices: Stir in maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Cook for 2 more minutes.
5. Stuff Potatoes: Slice open each roasted sweet potato and fluff the flesh with a fork. Spoon the spiced apple mixture into each potato.
6. Add Toppings: Sprinkle with chopped pecans and dried cranberries if desired.
7. Serve: Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt or whipped cream and enjoy warm.
Notes
Choose medium-sized, firm sweet potatoes with a vibrant orange hue. Experiment with different apple varieties for unique flavors. Adjust spices to taste and consider dietary substitutions as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg