Apple Spiced Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Introduction

These Apple Spiced Stuffed Sweet Potatoes offer a delightful combination of warm spices, tender apples, and creamy sweet potatoes. Perfect as a comforting side or a light dessert, they bring a touch of autumn to your table.

Ingredients

• 4 medium sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 apples (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), peeled and diced
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup chopped pecans
• 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
• Plain Greek yogurt or whipped cream for topping

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork and place them on a baking sheet. Roast for 45 to 55 minutes, until tender.
2. Step 2: While the sweet potatoes roast, prepare the spiced apple mixture. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced apples and cook until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: Stir in the maple syrup, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Continue cooking for 2 more minutes, allowing the spices to infuse the apples.
4. Step 4: Once sweet potatoes are cooked, carefully slice them open lengthwise. Use a fork to fluff the flesh gently, creating a cavity for the filling.
5. Step 5: Spoon the warm spiced apple mixture into each sweet potato. Sprinkle chopped pecans and dried cranberries on top for extra texture and flavor.
6. Step 6: Serve immediately, topped with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt or whipped cream for a creamy contrast.

Tips & Variations

• For added richness, stir a little cinnamon or vanilla into the Greek yogurt before topping.
• Try using different nuts like walnuts or almonds to vary the texture.
• For a vegan version, substitute the butter with coconut oil and use coconut whipped cream.
• If you prefer a sweeter filling, add a sprinkle of brown sugar along with the spices.

Storage

Store leftover stuffed sweet potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven at 350°F or microwave until warmed through. Add fresh toppings after reheating for best results.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare the apple mixture ahead of time?

Yes, you can make the spiced apple mixture a day ahead and refrigerate it. Reheat gently before stuffing the sweet potatoes.

Can I use regular potatoes instead of sweet potatoes?

While you can substitute regular potatoes, the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes complements the spiced apples much better, making the dish more flavorful.

Apple Spiced Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Recipe

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This Apple Spiced Stuffed Sweet Potatoes recipe combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with a warm, aromatic apple filling seasoned with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Topped with crunchy pecans, dried cranberries, and creamy Greek yogurt or whipped cream, it’s a comforting and healthy dish perfect for fall or holiday meals.

• Author: Naya
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 55 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Side Dish
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Sweet Potatoes

• 4 medium sweet potatoes

Spiced Apple Mixture

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 apples (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), peeled and diced
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Toppings

• ¼ cup chopped pecans
• 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
• Plain Greek yogurt or whipped cream for topping

Instructions

1. Preheat and Roast Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during roasting. Place them on a baking sheet and roast for 45–55 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife.
2. Prepare the Apple Mixture: While the sweet potatoes roast, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the peeled and diced apples and cook until they soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in maple syrup, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and salt. Continue cooking the mixture for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the spices to meld and the apples to become fully tender.
3. Assemble the Stuffed Sweet Potatoes: Once the sweet potatoes are roasted and cool enough to handle, slice each potato open lengthwise. Use a fork to fluff the flesh inside, creating space for the filling. Spoon the warm spiced apple mixture generously into each sweet potato.
4. Add Toppings: Sprinkle the chopped pecans and dried cranberries evenly over the filled sweet potatoes to add a crunchy texture and a hint of tartness.
5. Serve: Top each stuffed sweet potato with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt or whipped cream for added creaminess and tang. Serve warm for the best flavor experience.

Notes

• Choose firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for the best texture and flavor balance.
• For a vegan version, substitute butter with coconut oil and use coconut whipped cream or omit the topping.
• These stuffed sweet potatoes can be prepared in advance and reheated gently in the oven before serving.
• Adjust spice levels according to preference; add a pinch of ginger or cardamom for variation.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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