Best 10 Caramel Sweet Potato Apple Bake Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our Caramel Sweet Potato Apple Bake, a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors. This dish features tender sweet potatoes, crisp apples, and a luscious caramel sauce, all baked to perfection. It's a perfect side dish for your holiday meals or a comforting main course for vegetarians and vegans. Additionally, discover our collection of delectable recipes, including a hearty One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, a zesty Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta, a flavorful Creamy Pesto Pasta, and a classic Baked Parmesan Chicken. These recipes offer a diverse range of culinary experiences, from quick and easy weeknight dinners to impressive dinner party dishes.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET POTATO AND APPLE CASSEROLE



Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole image

This easy casserole is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. Great for the holidays!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 sweet potatoes ((approx 2 ½ pounds) peeled and cut into 1-inch dice)
4 small apples ((or 3 large), peeled, cored and diced into 1-inch pieces)
½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
½ cup dark brown sugar
¼ cup maple syrup
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
¼ cup pecans (chopped)
salt (to taste)

Steps:

  • Add the potatoes to a large pot and cover with water.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until the potatoes are just starting to soften. You don't want them to cook until soft because they will continue to cook during the baking process.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F and spray a 9x13" casserole dish with non-stick spray.
  • Drain the potatoes and place them into the prepared baking dish.
  • Add the apples to the casserole dish.
  • In a small bowl mix together the melted butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, and pumpkin pie spice.
  • Pour mixture over the apples and potatoes and stir to combine.
  • Add to the oven and bake for 25 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and top with pecans.
  • Add back to the oven and cook for 5 minutes more to toast the pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 kcal, Carbohydrate 59 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Sodium 57 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 40 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CINNAMON SWEET POTATO APPLE BAKE



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A perfect fall side dish for your real food table.

Provided by The Real Food Dietitians

Categories     Side Dish

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium apples, sliced (fuji, gala or honey crisp work great)
2 medium (8-9 oz. each) sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/8th-1/4-inch. rounds
3 Tbsp. ghee or butter, divided (for vegan-friendly, sub coconut oil)
1/4 cup water
2 tsp. cinnamon
Sea salt
Optional - 1/3 cup chopped pecans
Optional - 2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375℉.
  • In a 9×13 inch casserole dish, combine the sweet potatoes, apples, 2 Tbsp. melted ghee or butter, water, and cinnamon.
  • Mix until apples and sweet potatoes are evenly coated.
  • Cover with foil and bake in the oven for 40 minutes.
  • After 40 minutes, remove foil, add optional pecans, stir and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until sweet potatoes are cooked through to your liking.
  • Remove from oven, toss or drizzle with 1 Tbsp. melted ghee or butter and dash with cinnamon and a little sea salt.
  • Optional - Drizzle with a little maple syrup and top with additional chopped pecans.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/6th of recipe, Calories 130 calories, Sugar 9 g, Sodium 75 mg, Fat 5 g, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 1 g

CARAMEL APPLE BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: apples, lemon juice, cinnamon, salt, flour, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, white sugar, brown sugar, flour

Provided by Camille Bergerson

Categories     Desserts

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

7 apples, granny smith or pink lady are recommended
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup butter, chopped into small pieces
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
⅓ cup flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350ºF (180ºC).
  • Core apples and cut into ¼-inch (6 mm) slices, then cut those slices in half width-wise.
  • In a large bowl, combine apples and all filling ingredients. Stir well and transfer to a 13x9 inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.
  • For the topping - in a separate bowl, combine all topping ingredients and mash together with a fork until it forms into small and medium-sized clumps.
  • Sprinkle the topping evenly over the apples.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the liquid has thickened and the apples are tender.
  • Cool for 10 minutes and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 calories, Carbohydrate 74 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 58 grams

HEALTHY APPLE SWEET POTATO BAKE



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Grandmother always served sweet potatoes and apples with pork, so I know she'd approve of this dish I created to combine the two.-Audrey Thibodeau, Gilbert, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups sliced peeled cooked sweet potatoes
3 cups sliced peeled tart apples (about 2 large)
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish, layer half of the sweet potatoes and apples. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, nutmeg, allspice, salt and pepper; sprinkle half over apples. Dot with half of the butter. Repeat layers. , Cover and bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Baste with pan juices. Bake, uncovered, 15 minutes longer or until apples are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CARAMEL SWEET POTATOES



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The sauce is the star of this recipe. It really does taste like butterscotch. It is a nice side dish for poultry or ham. -Mary Jo Patrick, Napoleon, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup corn syrup
1/4 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes., Drain and transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 15 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; pour over sweet potatoes. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until glazed, basting frequently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 158mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

EASY APPLE SWEET POTATO BAKE



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This side dish is a winner. Not only do I like the flavor, I love the fact that it's so easy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples
4 tablespoons butter, divided

Steps:

  • Place the sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30 minutes or until tender. Drain. When cool enough to handle, peel potatoes and cut into 1/2-in. slices. , Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, walnuts, cinnamon and salt; set aside. In a large skillet, saute apples in 2 tablespoons butter 3-4 minutes or until tender. , In a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish, layer half the sweet potatoes, apples and brown sugar mixture. Repeat layers. , Dot with remaining butter. Cover and bake 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 15 minutes longer or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CARAMELIZED SWEET POTATOES & APPLES



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Our favorite sweet potato side dish. It's a great fall comfort food and easy to prepare with ingredients on hand. Enjoy!

Provided by Vina7737

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 large sweet potatoes, peeled, in 1 in. chunks
2 -3 large tart apples, peeled, cored, cut in 1 in. chunks
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Melt butter in an oven safe casserole.
  • Add the brown sugar and cinnamon.
  • Mix well.
  • Add the apples and potatoes.
  • Stir well to thoroughly coat with the caramel mixture.
  • Cover with a lid or foil and bake at 375 for 30 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
  • After 30 minutes, remove the cover, stir again, and bake for 10 more minutes, or until caramel is thickened and the potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.7, Fat 11.8, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 163.8, Carbohydrate 62.5, Fiber 6, Sugar 42.4, Protein 2

SWEET POTATOES WITH APPLES



Sweet Potatoes with Apples image

This satisfying dish is very welcome at any meal at our house, especially on holidays. The tart apple slices taste so good baked on top of the mild sweet potatoes. -Jean Winfree, Wausau, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 to 3-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes
2 tart apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/4-inch rings
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 30 minutes or until just tender. Drain and cool slightly. Peel and cut into 1/4-in. slices., In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish, alternately layer potatoes and apples. Pour orange juice over top. Combine the brown sugar, ginger and cinnamon; sprinkle over potatoes and apples. Dot with butter. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-45 minutes or until apples are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 106mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SWEET POTATOES WITH CARAMELIZED APPLES



Sweet Potatoes with Caramelized Apples image

In this decadent Thanksgiving dish, pureed sweet potatoes are topped with caramelized apples and laced with Calvados.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 sweet potatoes (about 4 pounds)
1 teaspoon salt
3 Granny Smith apples, peeled and cored
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
9 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for pan
6 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
6 tablespoons heavy cream
1/4 cup Calvados, or brandy
1/4 cup fresh orange juice

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Bake potatoes until soft, 40 to 45 minutes. When cool enough to handle, peel and place flesh in a medium bowl; add salt, and mash with a fork.
  • Meanwhile, slice apples into 1/8-inch-thick wedges and place in a medium bowl. Add lemon juice and toss to combine.
  • In a medium skillet, melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons brown sugar and cook, stirring, until sugar dissolves. Cook apple slices in the butter and sugar in 3 or 4 batches, until golden and caramelized, about 1 minute on each side. As they finish cooking, transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • In a medium skillet, melt 3 tablespoons butter over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons brown sugar and cook until sugar dissolves. Stir in 4 tablespoons cream and the Calvados and cook until slightly thickened, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and add to sweet potatoes, mixing well to combine. Transfer potato mixture to a buttered 3-quart ovenproof casserole. Arrange apple slices over potatoes; set aside.
  • In a medium skillet, melt remaining 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add remaining 2 tablespoons brown sugar and cook until dissolved. Add remaining 2 tablespoons of cream and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Stir in orange juice and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until thickened and dark brown. Pour over the apples and cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake until heated through, about 30 minutes. Remove from oven and serve immediately, or let stand at room temperature for up to 30 minutes before serving.

SWEET POTATO AND APPLE CASSEROLE



Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole image

This wonderful sweet potato recipe tastes like a dessert. It's always a favorite.

Provided by Tamby Plue

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 sweet potatoes, peeled and quartered
½ cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 large cooking apples - peeled, cored and cut into 1/4 inch rings
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup firmly packed brown sugar
¼ cup butter
¼ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook 25 minutes, or until tender but firm. Drain, cool and cut into 1/4 inch slices.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 7x11 inch baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • Layer sweet potatoes, brown sugar mixture and apples in the prepared baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, butter and pecans. Sprinkle over the sweet potatoes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven 30 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41.2 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 74.1 mg, Sugar 27.8 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use sweet potatoes that are firm and brightly colored.
  • If you don't have any applesauce, you can substitute an equal amount of mashed bananas or pumpkin puree.
  • To make the streusel topping, you can use either brown sugar or granulated sugar.
  • If you want a crispier topping, sprinkle the streusel with a little extra sugar before baking.
  • Serve the bake warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Conclusion:

This Caramel Sweet Potato Apple Bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet potatoes, apples, and caramel is simply irresistible. This bake is also a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes and apples. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this recipe a try.

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