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Sweet Potato and Apple Bake

Source: Eating Smart, Being Active Colorado State University and University of California at Davis

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

Enjoy the taste of fall with the combination of sweet potatoes and apples in this delicious side dish. Serve with roasted chicken or turkey, and a large green salad.

Makes
6 Servings

Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups canned sweet potatoes, drained (save 2 tablespoons of the liquid)
  • 2 cups apples, peeled, cored, and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 6 teaspoons brown sugar (2 tablespoons, packed)
  • 1/3 cup chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts or any other type)
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  3. Put sweet potatoes and apples in baking dish.
  4. Pour the reserved, 2 tablespoons of the sweet potato liquid over the mixture.
  5. Mix brown sugar, nuts, flour, and melted butter together in a small bowl.
  6. Sprinkle over the top of the sweet potato and apple mix.
  7. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Notes

Granny Smith apples tend to work best in this recipe. Learn more about: Sweet Potatoes/Yams Apples

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