Get ready to transform your ordinary sweet potatoes into a culinary masterpiece that will have your family and friends begging for seconds! These Twice Baked Sweet Potato Boats with Spiced Almond Crumble are not just a side dish – they're a flavor explosion that combines the creamy, rich texture of sweet potatoes with a crunchy, aromatic almond topping that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Perfect for cozy dinners, holiday gatherings, or when you simply want to elevate your home cooking game, this recipe is about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 50 mins
Total Time: 60 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Wash sweet potatoes thoroughly and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking. Place potatoes directly on the middle oven rack and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until they are soft when pierced with a knife.
- While potatoes are baking, prepare the almond crumble. In a small bowl, mix almond flour, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until it forms a crumbly mixture.
- Remove sweet potatoes from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes until they are comfortable to handle.
- Slice each potato lengthwise and carefully scoop out the interior, leaving a thin layer of potato attached to the skin to maintain the boat shape.
- Mash the scooped potato flesh in a bowl, then mix in half of the almond crumble mixture, adding extra salt to taste.
- Spoon the seasoned potato mixture back into the potato skins, creating a slightly mounded appearance.
- Sprinkle the remaining almond crumble over the top of each potato boat.
- Return the potato boats to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, until the crumble is golden and crisp.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional cinnamon if desired.
Tips
- Choose uniform-sized sweet potatoes to ensure even cooking and consistent results.
- Don't skip piercing the potatoes – this prevents them from potentially bursting in the oven.
- Let the potatoes cool slightly before scooping to make handling easier and prevent burns.
- For extra richness, consider adding a small pat of butter to the mashed potato mixture.
- Toast the almond flour mixture in a dry pan for a few minutes before mixing to enhance its nutty flavor.
- If you want a more caramelized top, switch to broil for the last 1-2 minutes of baking.
- Use a fork to create a fluffy texture when mashing the sweet potato flesh.
- Experiment with different spices like ginger or cardamom to customize the flavor profile.
- These potato boats can be prepared ahead of time and reheated, making them perfect for meal prep.
- Serve immediately after baking to enjoy the perfect contrast between the crispy topping and creamy interior.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 233kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
