Best 6 Maple Walnut Sweet Potatoes Recipes

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Maple walnut sweet potatoes are a delightful and easy-to-make side dish that can elevate any meal. This classic dish combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with a luscious maple glaze and crunchy walnuts for a symphony of flavors and textures. Whether you're looking for a hearty side to accompany your holiday feast or a comforting dish to warm up a chilly evening, maple walnut sweet potatoes are sure to satisfy.

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

MAPLE-ROASTED SWEET POTATOES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds small sweet potatoes (about 5), peeled and cut lengthwise into 1-inch wedges
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Sea salt and freshly grated nutmeg, to taste, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Toss the sweet potatoes on a large, foil-lined rimmed baking sheet with the oil; season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Roast the potatoes for 20 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and toss the potatoes with the syrup.
  • Back in the oven, roast, tossing twice, until the potatoes are beginning to brown and are tender, about 15 minutes more. To serve, sprinkle warm potatoes with freshly grated lemon zest, sea salt, and nutmeg to taste.

MAPLE-WALNUT SWEET POTATOES



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Topped with dried cherries and walnuts, this side is downright delicious. Even people who aren't into sweet potatoes will grab a second scoop. -Sarah Herse, Brooklyn, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 5h15m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 pounds sweet potatoes (about 8 medium)
3/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, divided
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup dried cherries, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup apple cider or juice
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Peel and cut sweet potatoes lengthwise in half; cut crosswise into 1/2-in. slices. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add 1/2 cup walnuts, brown sugar, cherries, syrup, cider and salt; toss to combine., Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with remaining walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 70mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

MAPLE GLAZED SWEET POTATOES



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Since I'm originally from New England, this was a regular side dish in our home. Now that I live in the West, I've introduced it to all my friends, and they love it! It goes especially well with a holiday turkey dinner.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2-1/2 to 3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled
1-3/4 to 2 pounds apples, peeled
3/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup apple cider
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cut sweet potatoes and apples into 1/4-in. slices. Layer in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. In a saucepan, bring syrup, cider, butter and salt to a boil. Pour over potatoes and apples. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour. Uncover and bake 10-15 minutes more or until tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 169mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

MAPLE-GLAZED SWEET POTATOES



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This supremely simple dish is rich with the flavor of maple. Although it requires last-minute preparation, the recipe is easy enough to tackle no matter how many items are on your holiday menu.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 medium sweet potatoes (1 1/2 to 2 pounds), scrubbed well
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
3/4 cup pure maple syrup
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Small sprigs fresh thyme, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Slice each sweet potato in half lengthwise, and slice each half crosswise into 1-inch-thick half-moons.
  • Melt butter in a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add sweet potatoes; toss to coat evenly. Add maple syrup; toss potatoes to coat, and bring to a boil.
  • Transfer skillet to oven; cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are golden, well glazed, and tender when pierced with a paring knife, about 20 minutes. Remove from oven, and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with thyme.

CRANBERRY WALNUT SWEET POTATOES



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This recipe comes from Taste of Home's Best Holiday Recipes, 2009, & if you're as big a fan of the sweet potato as I am, well . . .

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 large sweet potatoes
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup cranberries (fresh or frozen)
1/3 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup cranberry juice
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted, chopped
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons chives, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Scrub & pierce the sweet potatoes, then bake them for 1 hour or until tender.
  • In a small saucepan, saute the onion in the butter until tender, then add the cranberries, syrup, water, cranberry juice & just 1/8 teaspoon of the salt.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover & simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until the berries pop, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the walnuts & mustard & heat through.
  • Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise, then sprinkle with the pepper & remaining salt.
  • Top each half of potato with 2 tablespoons of the cranberry mixture, & sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.4, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 3.8, Sodium 118.3, Carbohydrate 26, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 12.5, Protein 2.3

MAPLE WALNUT SWEET POTATOES



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A nice dish to serve for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. Cook time includes first baking the potatoes.

Provided by Denise in NH

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 lbs medium sweet potatoes (approximately 8)
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
3/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Bake potatoes at 400 degrees for 60 minutes or until soft; cool.
  • Peel and mash then add maple syrup, butter, salt and cloves.
  • Beat till blended an place in a casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with walnuts.
  • Bake at 350 degrees until hot (approximately 15 minutes).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.6, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 322.2, Carbohydrate 42.6, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 13.4, Protein 4.5

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Look for sweet potatoes that are firm and have smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid potatoes that are soft, bruised, or have cuts or blemishes.
  • Scrub the potatoes thoroughly: Before cooking, scrub the potatoes with a vegetable brush under running water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Poke the potatoes: Before baking, pierce the potatoes with a fork several times. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from bursting.
  • Cook the potatoes until tender: Bake the potatoes at 400°F for 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Fluff the potatoes: Once the potatoes are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Then, use a fork to fluff the potatoes until they are light and fluffy.
  • Add the butter and milk: Stir in the butter and milk until the potatoes are well coated. This will make them creamy and smooth.
  • Add the maple syrup and walnuts: Stir in the maple syrup and walnuts until they are evenly distributed. This will give the potatoes a sweet and nutty flavor.
  • Serve the potatoes immediately: Maple walnut sweet potatoes are best served immediately after they are made. They can be served as a side dish or as a main course.

Conclusion:

Maple walnut sweet potatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes, and they can be tailored to your own personal taste. Whether you like them sweet, savory, or somewhere in between, maple walnut sweet potatoes are sure to please everyone at your table.

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