Sweet Potatoes And Apples Ii

Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
A comforting baked medley of tender sweet potatoes and spiced apples.
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This comforting side dish or dessert combines the earthy sweetness of baked sweet potatoes with the bright acidity of apples. Layered with brown sugar, cinnamon, and a drizzle of butter, the ingredients meld together into a caramelized, tender treat. The natural sugars caramelize in the oven, creating a rich, syrupy sauce that coats each slice. It’s an ideal addition to holiday tables, autumn gatherings, or as a warm dessert on a chilly evening. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe offers a nostalgic, home-style flavor that is both wholesome and indulgent. Serve warm for the best texture and flavor.

Sweet Potatoes And Apples Ii

Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 153.8

Description

This comforting side dish or dessert combines the earthy sweetness of baked sweet potatoes with the bright acidity of apples. Layered with brown sugar, cinnamon, and a drizzle of butter, the ingredients meld together into a caramelized, tender treat. The natural sugars caramelize in the oven, creating a rich, syrupy sauce that coats each slice. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal addition to holiday tables, autumn gatherings, or as a warm dessert on a chilly evening. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this recipe offers a nostalgic, home-style flavor that is both wholesome and indulgent. Serve warm for the best texture and flavor.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. Peel sweet potatoes and slice them into uniform 1/4-inch rounds.
  3. Place sliced sweet potatoes in a saucepan and cover with a small amount of boiling water.
  4. Cover and simmer over medium heat until nearly tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain well.
  5. Meanwhile, peel and slice the apples. If using sweet apples, toss slices with a teaspoon of lemon juice to prevent browning.
  6. Grease a 9x9 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  7. Arrange half of the par-cooked sweet potatoes in the bottom of the dish.
  8. Sprinkle with half of the brown sugar and half of the cinnamon.
  9. Layer the apple slices over the sweet potatoes.
  10. Top with the remaining sweet potatoes, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  11. Dot the top with small pieces of butter.
  12. Pour the apple juice or water evenly over the layers.
  13. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  14. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until bubbly and tender.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 153.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 31.5mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 38.4g13%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g15%
Sugars 24.1g
Protein 1.4g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: baked apples, baked sweet potatoes, brown sugar, cinnamon, comfort food, dessert, fall recipe, holiday side dish, layered bake, spiced fruit, sweet potato casserole, vegetarian dessert
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