Twice-Baked Sweet Potato with Maple Cinnamon Glaze

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A comforting twice-baked sweet potato infused with warm cinnamon and sweet maple glaze, perfect as a side or light meal. This american-inspired new year (vegetarian) ready in about 75 minutes pairs large sweet potatoes, unsalted butter, pure maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 60 min Serves 4 American cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Pierce 2 large sweet potatoes several times with a fork and bake directly on the oven rack for 45 minutes until tender when pierced with a knife.
  2. Step 2: Remove sweet potatoes and let cool slightly. Slice each in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh into a bowl, leaving a 1/4-inch shell.
  3. Step 3: To the sweet potato flesh, add 3 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 tbsp pure maple syrup, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract. Mash with a fork until smooth and well combined.
  4. Step 4: Spoon the mixture back into the sweet potato shells evenly, sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped pecans on top, and place on a baking sheet.
  5. Step 5: Bake at 400°F for an additional 15 minutes until the tops are golden and the glaze is slightly caramelized.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Twice-Baked Sweet Potato with Maple Cinnamon Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 75 minutes (15 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Twice-Baked Sweet Potato with Maple Cinnamon Glaze?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large sweet potatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Twice-Baked Sweet Potato with Maple Cinnamon Glaze?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Twice-Baked Sweet Potato with Maple Cinnamon Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Twice-Baked Sweet Potato with Maple Cinnamon Glaze vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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