Best 3 Applesauce Sweet Potato Bake Recipes

Applesauce Sweet Potato Bake is a classic comfort food dish that combines the sweet flavors of applesauce and sweet potatoes with a crispy, buttery topping. This simple yet satisfying casserole is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and nutritious dish that the whole family will love. So gather your ingredients and preheat your oven, because it's time to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

APPLESAUCE-SWEET POTATO BAKE

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Applesauce and nut topping provide a simple addition to this easy sweet potato casserole - perfect side for any meal.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Side Dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 pound sweet potatoes or yams (about 3 medium)
1 cup applesauce
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped nuts
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter or margarine

Steps:

Place sweet potatoes in 3-quart saucepan; add enough water (salted if desired) to cover. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 30 to 35 minutes or until tender; drain. Remove skins; cut each sweet potato lengthwise in half.
Heat oven to 375°. Place sweet potatoes, cut sides up, in ungreased 2-quart casserole or square baking dish, 8x8x2 inches. Spread applesauce over sweet potatoes. Mix brown sugar, nuts and cinnamon; sprinkle over applesauce. Dot with butter. Cover and bake about 30 minutes or until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 75 mg

SWEET POTATO AND APPLESAUCE BAKE

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I wanted to make a luscious sweet potato dish without all the fat, and this delicious little critter is what I came up with, it smells like the holidays in here, even though it's 100° outside!

Provided by Lynn Socko

Categories Potatoes

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 medium sweet potatoes (5-6 cups sliced)
1 1/2 c plain applesauce
1/4 c brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/4-1/2 c finely chopped walnuts
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

1. Generously spray a pie plate or spring form pan with non stick spray oil, sides and bottom.
2. Peel and slice sweet potatoes into rounds.
3. In a large bowl mixed together 1 1/2 c. of plain applesauce, 1/4 c. brown sugar, 1 tsp. cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp. nutmeg.
4. Pour sliced potatoes into bowl and make sure each potato is coated on both sides with applesauce mixture. Layer in pan and pour any leftover sauce on top and spread out. Top with walnuts.
5. Bake 375° for 1-1.5 hrs. or until fork can be easily inserted. NOTE: I placed my pan on a baking sheet to prevent spills in the oven, that can increase baking time.

MY APPLESAUCE SWEET POTATO BAKE

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I made these for our dinner last night and we both liked them very much. They were easy to put together and didn't take long to bake. These are a keeper for me and my sweetheart.

Provided by Norma DeRemer

Categories Side Casseroles

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 lb sweet potatoes or yams (about 3 medium) or 1 can (18 ounce) of vacuum-packed sweet patatoes, cut lenghwise in half.
1 c applesauce
1/3 c packed brown sugar
1/4 c chopped nuts
1/4 c dried canberries
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 Tbsp butter or margarine

Steps:

1. Pre-heat oven to 375.
2. Place sweet potatoes in a 3 quart saucepan; add enough water to cover.
3. Heat to boiling; reduce heat and cover and simmer for 30 to 35 minutes. (or microwave potatoes wrapped in paper towels for 30 minutes or until tender)
4. Drain sweet potatoes and remove skins, cut each sweet potato linghwise in half.
5. Place sweet potatoes, cut side up in a ungreased 2 quart casserole or square baking dish, 8 X 8 X 2 inches.
6. Spread applesauce over sweet potatoes.
7. Mix brown sugar, nuts, cranberries and cinnamon and sprinkle over applesauce.
8. Dot with butter and cover and bake about 30 minutes or until hot.
9. For a shortcut: use one can (18 ounce) vacuum-packed sweet potatoes, cut lengthwise in half instead of fresh sweet potatoes.
10. Why not try different sprinkles: *Miniature marshmallows *Canned sliced peaches or pineapple *Toasted pecans or almonds *French-fried onion rings or crushed croutons

Tips:

Choose sweet potatoes that are about the same size so that they cook evenly.
Prick the sweet potatoes with a fork before baking to help them cook through.
For a crispy topping, brush the sweet potatoes with melted butter or olive oil before baking.
You can also add a sprinkle of brown sugar or cinnamon to the sweet potatoes before baking for a sweeter flavor.
If you're short on time, you can microwave the sweet potatoes until they are tender before mashing them.
Use a food processor or blender to get a smooth and creamy applesauce.
If you don't have applesauce, you can substitute mashed apples or pumpkin puree.
Add a dollop of sour cream or yogurt to the sweet potato bake before serving for a rich and creamy flavor.
Top the sweet potato bake with crumbled bacon, chopped nuts, or dried fruit for a crunchy and flavorful topping.

Conclusion:

Applesauce sweet potato bake is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes and applesauce, and it's also a healthy and nutritious dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Give it a try today and see for yourself how delicious it is!