Best 6 Sweet Potato Apple And Cranberry Bake Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and festive fall dish, look no further than sweet potato, apple, and cranberry bake. This easy-to-make casserole is packed with flavor and nutrition, and it's sure to be a hit at your next gathering. With its combination of sweet and tangy flavors, this dish is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any other holiday occasion.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET POTATO, APPLE, AND CRANBERRY BAKE



Sweet Potato, Apple, and Cranberry Bake image

I have never tried this recipe, but my mom got it from a co-worker. It is supposed to be really good, so we are going to try it soon.

Provided by BeccaB3c

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h

Yield 6-7 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 medium sweet potatoes
1 cup water
1 cup sugar
6 ounces pecan halves
2 cups fresh cranberries (Ocean Spray) or 2 cups frozen cranberries (Ocean Spray)
1 large apple, thinly sliced
1/2 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup water (or orange juice)
1/4 cup butter

Steps:

  • Put sweet potatoes in a large saucepan.
  • Add enough water to cover the potatoes.
  • Bring to a boil; cover and cook until potatoes are'fork' tender.
  • Cool slightly.
  • Combine water, sugar, and cranberries in a medium saucepan.
  • Cook until cranberries pop.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a 13" X 9" X 2" baking dish.
  • Layer the sweet potatoes, apple slices, and cooked cranberries in baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter.
  • Pour water (or orange juice) over top.
  • Last, the peacon halves on top.
  • Bake in oven for 30 minutes or until tender.

SWEET POTATO CRANBERRY BAKE



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In October, my husband helps harvest cranberries at a friend's bogs, so I have access to the very freshest ingredients. Their bold autumn flavor pairs up perfectly with sweet potatoes to make a seasonal side dish my family looks forward to. -Jill Doyle, Kingston, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 large sweet potatoes
2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup orange juice
TOPPING:
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons cold butter

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, 20-30 minutes. Drain. When cool enough to handle, peel potatoes and cut into 1/4-in. slices. , Place half in a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Top with half of the cranberries, brown sugar and butter. Repeat layers. Pour orange juice over top. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. , In a small bowl, combine the walnuts, brown sugar and cinnamon; cut in butter. Sprinkle over sweet potato mixture. Bake, uncovered, until topping is golden brown, about 10 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CRANBERRY SWEET POTATO BAKE



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This colorful casserole is the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving, with its combination of sweet potatoes, cranberries and apples. I find it convenient to cook the sweet potatoes in the morning and assemble the dish, then bake it later.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large sweet potatoes
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 medium apples, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 30-45 minutes or just until tender. Drain; cool slightly. Peel potatoes and cut into 1/2-in. slices; set aside., In a large skillet, melt butter and brown sugar over medium heat. Add apples; cook and stir until crisp-tender. Stir in the cranberries, cinnamon and nutmeg. , In a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish, layer half of the sweet potatoes and half of the apple mixture; repeat layers. Cover and bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 53mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

KAREN'S CRANBERRY APPLE SWEET POTATO PACKET



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Slices of sweet potatoes, apples, and dried cranberries are baked or grilled in foil with brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon until tender for an easy side dish and no clean up.

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Reynolds®

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 sheet (18x24-inches) Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil
4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 Granny Smith or Golden Delicious apples, cored, thinly sliced into rings
½ cup dried cranberries or raisins
½ cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F or grill to medium-high.
  • Center sweet potatoes, apples and cranberries on sheet of Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Combine butter and cinnamon; drizzle over brown sugar.
  • Bring up foil sides. Double fold top and ends to seal making one large foil packet, leaving room for heat circulation inside.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes on a cookie sheet or in a 13x9x2-inch dish OR GRILL 20 to 25 minutes in covered grill until sweet potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.7 calories, Carbohydrate 75.1 g, Cholesterol 18.3 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 155.7 mg, Sugar 42.4 g

CRANBERRY, APPLE, AND SWEET POTATO PACKET



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This is a great vegetable combination to accompany your fall and winter meals. It is baked in a foil packet which cuts down on the clean-up. The packet may be baked or grilled depending on the rest of your meal. When you open the packet, the burst of aroma you get will sweep you off your feet! Note that vegetables are grilled in a single packet; but when meat is involved, single serving packets are made. Recipe is from Reynolds. You will use 1 sheet (18 X24 inches) of Reynolds Wrap Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil.

Provided by Lorraine of AZ

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 37m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices (1-1/2 pounds)
2 granny smith apples or 2 golden delicious apples, cored, thinly sliced into rings
1/2 cup dried cranberries or 1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, melted
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. OR grill to medium-high.
  • Center sweet potatoes, apples and cranberries on the sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Combine butter and cinnamon; drizzle over brown sugar.
  • Bring up foil sides. Double fold top and ends to seal making one large foil packet, leaving room for heat circulation inside.
  • Bake 25-30 minutes on a cookie sheet in oven OR grill 20-25 minutes in covered grill until sweet potatoes are tender.

SLOW COOKER SWEET POTATO, APPLE, AND CRANBERRIES



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Scrumptious and easy holiday sweet potato or yam recipe using your slow cooker to save your oven space (and energy!) for the cooking marathon on the big day. Figure on 1/2 of a large sweet potato per serving.

Provided by Susan

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 4h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in 1-inch cubes
1 large apple, peeled and diced
1 cup cranberries
⅓ cup orange juice
½ cup brown sugar, packed
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, or to taste
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon melted butter
½ cup toasted, chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Combine sweet potatoes, apple, cranberries, orange juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a slow cooker and stir. Add melted butter and stir again.
  • Cook on High for 2 hours, stirring every hour to redistribute liquid. Reduce heat to Low and continue cooking and stirring until sweet potatoes are tender, 2 to 4 hours more.
  • Set slow cooker to Warm setting until ready to serve. Serve garnished with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.1 calories, Carbohydrate 66.7 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 212.3 mg, Sugar 27.3 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of sweet potatoes, such as garnet, jewel, or beauregard, for a more flavorful dish.
  • Peel and dice the sweet potatoes evenly so that they cook evenly.
  • Use a sharp knife to dice the apples and cranberries so that they hold their shape when baked.
  • Toss the sweet potatoes, apples, and cranberries with a mixture of olive oil, salt, and pepper before baking to help them caramelize.
  • Bake the sweet potatoes, apples, and cranberries at a high temperature (400°F) for a short amount of time (25-30 minutes) to ensure that they are tender but not mushy.
  • Serve the sweet potatoes, apples, and cranberries immediately with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream.

Conclusion:

This sweet potato, apple, and cranberry bake is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for fall and winter gatherings. The sweet potatoes are tender and flavorful, the apples add a touch of sweetness and tartness, and the cranberries add a festive touch. This dish is also very easy to make, and it can be prepared ahead of time. Serve it with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream for a complete meal.

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