Apple Spiced Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Apple Spiced Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are a delightful autumn dish, marrying the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with a spiced apple filling. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of flavors—sweet, spicy, and nutty—making this recipe perfect for cozy gatherings or family dinners. With their stunning presentation and comforting aroma, these stuffed potatoes will quickly become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples (peeled and diced)
- 2 tsp freshly ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans (toasted)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake sweet potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until fork-tender.
- While baking, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon; cook until apples soften.
- Stir in toasted nuts before removing from heat.
- Once sweet potatoes are baked, slice them open lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork. Spoon in the apple mixture.
- Optionally, return stuffed sweet potatoes to the oven at 350°F (175°C) for an additional 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Use firm sweet potatoes for optimal flavor and texture. Feel free to substitute walnuts with cranberries for added tartness. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat gently to maintain texture.