Best 6 Sweet Potato And Cinnamon Apple Bake Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey that harmonizes the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the aromatic embrace of cinnamon and the crisp freshness of apples. Embark on a sensory voyage, where the velvety texture of sweet potatoes dances in harmony with the vibrant crunch of apples, while the heady perfume of cinnamon weaves a tapestry of warmth and spice. Discover a symphony of flavors and textures in this collection of sweet potato and cinnamon apple bake recipes, each a masterpiece in its own right. From comforting casseroles to delectable pies, these culinary creations elevate the humble sweet potato to new heights of culinary artistry. Whether you seek a hearty main course or a soul-satisfying dessert, let these recipes guide you towards a culinary haven where sweet potatoes and cinnamon apples intertwine in perfect harmony.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CINNAMON ROASTED SWEET POTATOES AND APPLES



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This cinnamon roasted sweet potatoes and apples recipe is a healthy and easy fall side dish. Made with only 6 nutritious ingredients including pure maple syrup and ground cinnamon, it's a perfect dish to serve on Thanksgiving.

Provided by Laura

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 medium sweet potatoes (4 cups, cut into 1" cubes)
2 medium apples (about 2 cups, cut into 1" cubes)
3 TBS coconut oil (melted & divided)
1 tsp sea salt
2 TBS pure maple syrup
1 tsp ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Grease a large baking pan, set aside.
  • In a large bowl, toss cubed sweet potatoes with 2 TBS of melted coconut oil. Stir until coated.
  • Add sea salt and stir until evenly distributed.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 min, stirring halfway through, until sweet potatoes just barely start to brown.
  • While the sweet potatoes are baking: stir the remaining 1 TBS of coconut oil into the apples. Add maple syrup and cinnamon and stir to combined.
  • After 20 minutes, or the sweet potatoes have begun to brown, remove the sweet potatoes from oven and add the apple mixture and stir to combine.
  • Return to the oven and bake for 20 more minutes, stirring halfway through.
  • Once the sweet potatoes and apples are browned and the maple syrup has caramelized on them remove them from the oven and serve immediately!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.5 cup, Calories 148.1 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 1.2 g, Fat 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 274 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 9.3 g, UnsaturatedFat 0.1 g

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.

SWEET POTATO AND APPLE CASSEROLE



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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

ROASTED SWEET POTATOES AND APPLES



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Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 sprigs fresh rosemary, picked and finely chopped
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch dice
Extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apples

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes generously with some olive oil, salt, cinnamon and cayenne. Lay the sweet potatoes out on a sheet tray, place them in the oven and roast until they are very soft and mushy, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Peel the apples and cut into 1-inch dice. Toss the apples with the lemon juice, some olive oil, salt and the rosemary. Lay them out on a sheet tray and place in the oven during the last 15 minutes of the cooking time for the sweet potatoes. When done, the apples should be soft and cooked through but still hold their shape. Sprinkle the walnuts over the apples during the last 5 minutes in the oven.
  • Transfer the sweet potatoes to a large bowl and coarsely mash them with a potato masher. Stir in the cooked apples and walnuts. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  • Serve immediately or keep in a warm oven and serve hot.

CINNAMON APPLE SWEET POTATOES



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My Grandma shared this recipe with me and it's been a favorite of mine every year at Thanksgiving. It's by far better than any other yam side dish I've had. (I don't like yams and marshmallows.)

Provided by Diyeana

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 sweet potatoes
6 large apples - peeled, cored and sliced
1 ¼ cups white sugar
¼ cup cornstarch
1 ¼ teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
2 ½ cups water
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place the sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until just tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two. Peel and cut into 1/2-inch slices; layer the sweet potatoes and apples into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Meanwhile, stir together the sugar, cornstarch, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a saucepan. Stir in the water and butter and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook and stir until thickened and no longer cloudy, 5 to 10 minutes. Pour over the sweet potatoes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the apples are very tender and the sweet potatoes are golden on top, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Carbohydrate 67.6 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 1.4 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 330.1 mg, Sugar 37.9 g

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.

Tips:

  • For a crispier topping, use old-fashioned oats instead of quick-cooking oats.
  • If you don't have any maple syrup, you can substitute honey or agave nectar.
  • Feel free to add other spices to the oat topping, such as nutmeg, ginger, or pumpkin pie spice.
  • If you want a more decadent dessert, you can drizzle the baked sweet potatoes with caramel sauce or whipped cream.
  • This dish can be made ahead of time. Simply bake the sweet potatoes and apples according to the recipe, then let them cool completely. Store the baked sweet potatoes and apples in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This sweet potato and cinnamon apple bake is a delicious and healthy dessert that is perfect for a fall gathering. The sweet potatoes are soft and fluffy, the apples are tender and flavorful, and the oat topping is crispy and sweet. This dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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