The Vegan Maple Pecan & Brie Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with a Cranberry Glaze is a tasty meal and has 365 kcal per serving. Take 60 minutes to prepare this recipe. Serve this dish at events, lunches, feasts, or celebrations. It contains sweet potatoes, olive oil, black pepper, vegan brie cheese, pecans, maple syrup, salt, cinnamon, sea salt, cranberries, water, orange zest, lemon juice, and parsley. We may pair this dish with mushroom walnut loaf, arugula pear salad, wild rice pilaf, apple walnut salad, garlic green beans, apple crisp, roasted carrot soup, maple pecan cookies, or vegan pumpkin pie. You may keep this Vegan Maple Pecan & Brie Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with a Cranberry Glaze for 4 days in the refrigerator.
STATS:
- Cuisine: American
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Course: Main
- Diet: Vegan
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato half
- Calories: 365 kcal
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Baking sheet
- Knife
- Small saucepan
- Cutting board
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Measuring cups
- Baking paper
- Measuring spoons
INGREDIENTS:
SWEET POTATOES:
- Quarter tsp black pepper
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- Quarter tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
FILLING:
- ⅛ tsp sea salt
- 4 ounces vegan brie cheese, diced
- Half cup chopped pecans
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- Quarter tsp ground cinnamon
CRANBERRY GLAZE:
- 1 cup cranberries
- Quarter cup water
- 1 tsp orange zest
- Two tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp lemon juice
GARNISH:
- One tbsp chopped pecans
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
INGREDIENT NOTES:
SWEET POTATOES:
- This is the foundation that becomes soft after roasting. They give a naturally sweet taste and pair well with maple syrup, cranberries, and vegan brie. You may use butternut squash, baked russet potatoes, or acorn squash as per your preference.
OLIVE OIL:
- It helps to roast the potatoes properly and gives a caramelized surface. Olive oil improves the overall taste and prevents the potatoes from drying. You may use melted vegan butter as an alternative.
VEGAN BRIE CHEESE:
- Cheese gives a luxurious texture to the dish and blends well with the sweet potato filling. You may use cashew cream, vegan cream cheese, or vegan mozzarella as another idea.
ORANGE ZEST:
- It gives a fresh citrus aroma and improves the taste of cranberries. Orange zest gives depth to the glaze and brightens the flavors. Include lemon zest if you are not using orange zest.
MAPLE SYRUP:
- Maple syrup gives a natural sweet and caramel-like taste. It binds the ingredients together. Brown rice syrup is a great alternative as well.
CRANBERRIES:
- They give a tangy glaze to make the filling better. Cranberries give freshness and a better look to the meal. You may use cherries, raspberries, or pomegranate arils as a substitute.
LEMON JUICE:
- The acidity of lemon juice maintains the sweet taste of potatoes and maple syrup. Use orange juice as another choice.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, place baking paper on the sheet, then warm the oven to 400°F.
- Cut the potatoes lengthwise into halves and coat them with olive oil.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper then place the potatoes(cut-side down) on the sheet.
- Roast the sweet potatoes for 40 minutes.
- Combine cranberries, water, maple syrup, lemon juice, and orange zest in the saucepan.
- Cook them for ten minutes on a moderate flame to make a thick glaze.
- In a bowl, mix vegan brie, salt, cinnamon, and maple syrup.
- Take out the sweet potatoes and take a small portion from their center flesh.
- Mix the flesh with the filling, then fill the sweet potato half with this mixture.
- Bake the sweet potatoes for ten minutes.
- Lastly, include cranberry glaze, chopped pecans, and parsley on top.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
MAIN:
- Vegan Lentil Wellington
- Mushroom Walnut Loaf
- Herb-Roasted Cauliflower Steak
- Stuffed Acorn Squash
SALADS:
- Apple Walnut Salad
- Arugula Pear Salad
- Mixed Greens with Citrus Vinaigrette
- Kale Pomegranate Salad
GRAIN SIDES:
- Wild Rice Pilaf
- Quinoa Cranberry Salad
- Brown Rice with Herbs
- Farro Vegetable Pilaf
ROASTED VEGETABLES:
- Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Garlic Green Beans
- Roasted Carrots
- Balsamic Mushrooms
SOUPS:
- Butternut Squash Soup
- Creamy Tomato Soup
- Roasted Carrot Soup
- Vegan Corn Chowder
DESSERTS:
- Vegan Pumpkin Pie
- Apple Crisp
- Cranberry Oat Bars
- Maple Pecan Cookies
TIPS:
- Use the same size sweet potatoes for better cooking.
- Before including the pecans roast them properly.
- Avoid overcooking the cranberry glaze so it does not get thick.
- Include a pinch of nutmeg for extra taste.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Keep the recipe in the box for 4 days.
FREEZER:
- You may freeze the stuffed sweet potatoes without the glaze for 60 days.
FAQs:
Can I make this dish early?
- Yes, roast the potatoes and make the filling one day in advance. Assemble and bake the meal before serving.
Is canned cranberry sauce good to include?
- Yes, it is a great alternative to use.
How to make this meal nut-free?
- Use pumpkin seeds instead of pecans.
Which vegan brie is good to use?
- You may use any creamy vegan brie-style cheese.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Sodium: 240 milligrams
Net Carbs: 31 g
Fiber: 7 g
Protein: 7 grams
Potassium: 690 mg
Calcium: 120 milligrams
Iron: 2.3 mg
Vitamin A: 18,500 IU
Total Carbs: 38 grams
Total Fat: 22 g
Calories: 365 kcal
