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Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole

Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole: A Cozy Holiday Delight

A delightful Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole combining sweet potatoes and honeycrisp apples, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 cups sweet potatoes peeled and sliced into ¼-inch thick slices
  • 4 cups honeycrisp apples peeled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup salted butter melted
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adjust to preference
  • 1/4 cup frozen lemonade concentrate or fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream optional
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce high-quality brand recommended

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • Medium Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Peel and slice the sweet potatoes and honeycrisp apples into ¼-inch thick rounds.
  3. In a medium bowl, melt the salted butter and whisk in the dark brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until combined. Add salt and frozen lemonade concentrate; stir until smooth.
  4. Layer the sweet potato and apple slices in a buttered 9x13-inch casserole dish, then pour the caramel sauce evenly over the mixture.
  5. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 to 55 minutes, checking for tenderness at 45 minutes.
  6. Remove the foil in the last 8 to 10 minutes to allow top to caramelize.
  7. Let cool slightly, then drizzle with fresh citrus juice and sprinkle zest before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a thicker sauce, whisk cornstarch with heavy cream before adding to the mixture. Toss apple slices with lemon juice right after slicing to prevent browning.

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