Pecan Pie Double Baked Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pecan Pie Double Baked Sweet Potatoes, an innovative twist on a beloved classic. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of creamy mashed sweet potatoes with rich maple syrup and warm cinnamon, then tops it off with a crunchy pecan layer. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any festive gathering, these sweet potatoes are not only delicious but also nutritious, making them a versatile option that can be served as a side dish or dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp butter (salted or unsalted)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 3/4 cup pecans (roughly chopped)
- 1/4 cup flour (oat or gluten-free)
- 2 tbsp additional butter
- 2 tbsp additional maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Bake the cleaned sweet potatoes for 40-55 minutes until soft.
- Allow to cool, then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F.
- Slice the sweet potatoes lengthwise and scoop out the flesh into a bowl, leaving a bit in the skin.
- Mash the sweet potato with butter, maple syrup, salt, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Fill each skin with the mashed mixture and top with chopped pecans.
- Return to the oven and bake for another 20-30 minutes until heated through and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg