Pecan Pie Double Baked Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the cozy and comforting flavors of Pecan Pie Double Baked Sweet Potatoes. This delightful dish combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with rich maple syrup and crunchy pecans, creating a perfect harmony between creamy filling and crispy topping. Ideal for any gathering or weeknight dinner, these twice-baked treats are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Whether you’re serving them as a side dish or a dessert, they are sure to impress your family and friends. With easy preparation steps and make-ahead convenience, this recipe will quickly become a favorite at your table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 3/4 cup pecans (roughly chopped)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup flour (can use oat flour or GF flour instead)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the washed sweet potatoes for 40-55 minutes until soft.
- Once baked, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and cool the sweet potatoes slightly.
- Slice each potato lengthwise and scoop out most of the flesh into a bowl, leaving about 1/4 inch in the skin.
- Mash the sweet potato flesh with butter, maple syrup, salt, and cinnamon until creamy.
- Stuff the skins with the mashed mixture, then top with chopped pecans mixed with additional maple syrup.
- Bake for another 20-30 minutes until heated through and topping is golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato (about 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg