Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes are the perfect festive side dish tart, sweet, and satisfying with warm spices and creamy texture.

Scale

4 medium sweet potatoes

2 tablespoons butter

1/4 cup maple syrup

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

1/2 cup diced apples

1/3 cup dried cranberries (soaked)

Salt to taste

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

2. Wash and pierce sweet potatoes. Bake for 45–60 minutes until fork tender.

3. Cool slightly, then cut in half and scoop out centers into a bowl.

4. Mash with butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

5. Fold in diced apples and cranberries.

6. Refill potato skins with the mixture.

7. Place back on baking tray and bake for 15–20 minutes.

8. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

For a spicier twist, add a pinch of cayenne.

You can use honey instead of maple syrup.

Filling can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.

Keywords: Cranberry Apple Twice-Baked, sweet potatoes, holiday side