Pecan Pie Double Baked Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pecan Pie Double Baked Sweet Potatoes, a unique twist on traditional sweet potato dishes. This recipe combines creamy sweet potatoes with rich maple syrup and crunchy pecans, creating a dessert or side dish that’s perfect for Thanksgiving or any festive gathering. With a hint of cinnamon and a delicious topping, these sweet potatoes bring comfort and warmth to your table. Easy to prepare and make-ahead friendly, they’re sure to impress your guests and become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup flour (gluten-free option available)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake sweet potatoes for 40-55 minutes until soft. Cool slightly.
- Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). Slice baked sweet potatoes lengthwise; scoop flesh into a bowl, leaving skins intact.
- Mash the sweet potato flesh with butter, maple syrup, salt, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Stuff skins with the mixture and top with chopped pecans mixed with flour and cinnamon.
- Bake for an additional 20-30 minutes until heated through and topping is golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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