Sweet Potatoes with Applesauce Nut Topping

Transform your dinner table with the cozy, autumn-inspired flavors of Sweet Potatoes with Applesauce Nut Topping. This comforting dish pairs tender, oven-baked sweet potatoes with a warm, spiced topping of cinnamon-infused applesauce and crunchy toasted nuts. The combination of unsweetened applesauce, a touch of brown sugar, and aromatic spices like nutmeg creates a naturally sweet and wholesome glaze that perfectly complements the earthy richness of the sweet potatoes. Topped with chopped walnuts or pecans and a hint of melted butter, this recipe is quick to prepare and ideal for both weeknight meals and festive holiday feasts. Ready in just an hour, this vegetarian side dish is not only easy to make but also packed with nutrients and irresistibly delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large sweet potatoes
• 1.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.5 cups chopped walnuts or pecans
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 pinch salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes, then poke them several times with a fork to allow steam to escape while baking.

Step 3

Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until they are tender and easily pierced with a fork.

Step 4

While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the applesauce nut topping. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the applesauce, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is warm.

Step 5

Add the chopped walnuts or pecans to the saucepan and stir to coat them evenly with the applesauce mixture. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the butter until melted and well combined. Set aside the topping until the sweet potatoes are ready.

Step 7

Once the sweet potatoes are done baking, allow them to cool slightly. Slice each sweet potato lengthwise down the middle and gently fluff the flesh with a fork.

Step 8

Spoon the warm applesauce nut topping over the sweet potatoes, ensuring an even distribution.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy this comforting, sweet, and nutty dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1204.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1478.8

Total Fat 64.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 554.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 223.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.2g	0%
Total Sugars 94.1g
Protein 21.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 319.4mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 572.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.2%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 57.2%