Honey Glazed Sweet Potato & Apple Casserole
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Glazed Sweet Potato & Apple Casserole, a wholesome side dish perfect for any occasion. This casserole brings together tender sweet potatoes and crisp apples, harmonized by the warm sweetness of honey and aromatic cinnamon. With its vibrant colors and inviting aroma, it’s an ideal centerpiece for family gatherings or cozy dinners. Naturally sweetened without refined sugars, this dish is not only delicious but also nutritious, making it a guilt-free addition to your holiday table or everyday meals.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 apples (such as Fuji or Honeycrisp)
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup butter (or plant-based alternative)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: chopped toasted pecans for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake unpeeled sweet potatoes on a baking sheet for 40-45 minutes until soft. Allow to cool.
- Peel and slice apples; drizzle with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Remove skin from cooled sweet potatoes and slice into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- In an 8×8 or 9×9 baking dish, layer sweet potato and apple slices alternately.
- In a small saucepan, melt together honey, butter, cinnamon, and vanilla over low heat; pour over layered casserole.
- If using pecans, toast them on a parchment-lined baking sheet under broil for about 5 minutes.
- Bake the assembled casserole at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg