🍁 Maple Pecan & Brie Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Sweet, savory, creamy, and crunchy — these stuffed sweet potatoes make a beautiful holiday side or a cozy vegetarian main dish.

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 4 medium sweet potatoes

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

Filling:

• 6 oz (170g) Brie cheese, rind on or off (cubed)

• ½ cup chopped pecans

• 2–3 tbsp pure maple syrup

• 2 tbsp dried cranberries (optional)

• 1 tbsp butter (optional, for richness)

• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or ½ tsp dried)

Optional garnish:

• Extra maple drizzle

• Flaky sea salt

• Fresh rosemary or thyme

🔥 Instructions

1️⃣ Bake the Sweet Potatoes

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Scrub and dry sweet potatoes.

3. Rub lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.

4. Pierce with a fork 3–4 times.

5. Bake directly on rack or on a lined baking sheet for 45–60 minutes, until fork-tender.

2️⃣ Toast the Pecans

• In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast pecans 3–4 minutes until fragrant.

• Remove from heat and set aside.

3️⃣ Stuff & Melt

1. Slice each sweet potato lengthwise (don’t cut all the way through).

2. Gently fluff the inside with a fork.

3. Add a small pat of butter (optional).

4. Fill with Brie cubes.

5. Return to oven for 5–8 minutes until Brie is soft and melty.

4️⃣ Finish

• Top with toasted pecans, dried cranberries, thyme, and a generous drizzle of maple syrup.

• Sprinkle with flaky salt if desired.

Serve warm and enjoy the contrast of creamy cheese, sweet maple, and crunchy pecans.

💡 Pro Tips

• Choose sweet potatoes similar in size for even cooking.

• If short on time, microwave sweet potatoes 8–10 minutes, then finish in oven for texture.

• Leave Brie rind on for deeper flavor, or remove for smoother melt.

❓ Q & A

Q1: Can I make this ahead?

Yes. Bake sweet potatoes ahead and refrigerate. Reheat, then add Brie and toppings before serving.

Q2: Can I make it vegan?

Yes. Use plant-based Brie and vegan butter.

Q3: What protein pairs well?

Roasted chicken, pork tenderloin, or serve alongside a fall salad.

Q4: Can I use walnuts instead?

Absolutely — walnuts work beautifully.

Q5: Is this very sweet?

It’s balanced. Reduce maple syrup if you prefer more savory.