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Easy Sweet Potato Apple Bake with a Cozy, Irresistible Twist

Easy Sweet Potato Apple Bake with a Cozy Twist You’ll Love

This Easy Sweet Potato Apple Bake with a Cozy, Irresistible Twist combines tender sweet potatoes and crisp apples for a delightful dessert or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 4 cups Sweet Potatoes Provides natural sweetness and earthy flavor; choose smooth, firm potatoes without dark spots.
  • 3 cups Apples Adds tartness and texture; select firm varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Enhances warmth and depth of flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Natural sweetener that helps bind flavors.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Contributes richness to the dish; for vegan adaptations, switch to coconut oil.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Offers a warm spice note; use sparingly.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts Adds a delightful crunch.
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats Offers a crispy topping; use gluten-free oats for a gluten-free alternative.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
  2. Peel and thinly slice the sweet potatoes, core and chop the apples, and layer them in the prepared baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle ground cinnamon and nutmeg over the layered sweet potatoes and apples.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine the maple syrup and butter and heat until melted. Drizzle over the layers.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes until the top is golden brown.
  6. Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish can be adapted to be gluten-free or vegan.

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