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Sweet Potatoes and Apples with Cinnamon & Maple

Sweet Potatoes and Apples with Cinnamon & Maple

Sweet Potatoes and Apples with Cinnamon & Maple is a warm, cozy dish combining tender sweet potatoes and crisp apples, enhanced with ground cinnamon and pure maple syrup. This versatile recipe is nutritious, comforting, and easy to prepare, perfect as a side dish, dessert, or breakfast topping during the changing seasons.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Produce

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 crisp apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), cored and chopped

Spices & Sweeteners

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • Pinch of salt

Fats

  • 2 tablespoons butter or coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Wash, peel, and dice the sweet potatoes into even cubes to ensure uniform cooking. Core and chop the apples into similarly-sized pieces for balanced texture.
  2. Sauté Sweet Potatoes: Heat butter or coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sweet potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and develop a golden crust, about 10 minutes.
  3. Add Apples and Spices: Toss in the diced apples and sprinkle with ground cinnamon. Stir gently to combine and cook for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the apples to soften slightly.
  4. Drizzle Maple Syrup and Finish Cooking: Pour in the maple syrup and add a pinch of salt. Stir carefully to coat all ingredients evenly. Continue cooking until the sweet potatoes are tender and the apples are slightly caramelized, about 5 more minutes.
  5. Serve Warm: Remove from heat and serve immediately to enjoy the full, warm flavors of the dish.

Notes

  • Choose fresh, firm sweet potatoes and crisp apples for optimal texture and flavor.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary to allow proper caramelization without steaming.
  • Use low to medium heat to prevent burning while developing a rich caramel color.
  • Stir gently to keep apple pieces intact and evenly coated with spices and syrup.
  • Taste before adding more maple syrup to maintain balanced sweetness.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan option available

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: sweet potatoes, apples, cinnamon, maple syrup, fall recipe, side dish, vegan, gluten free, autumn flavors