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Festive Sweet Potato Cranberry Gratin

Festive Sweet Potato Cranberry Gratin

This Festive Sweet Potato Cranberry Gratin blends sweet potatoes and cranberries for a perfect winter dish.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Resting Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Homestyle Dinners
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Comfort Food, cranberry, gratin, Holiday, sweet potato, vegetarian
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 300kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • mandoline or sharp knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients

For the Gratin

  • 3–4 medium sweet potatoes peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cranberries fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Garnish

  • fresh rosemary or thyme a few sprigs
  • extra cranberries a handful
  • maple syrup drizzle optional
  • toasted pecans or walnuts

Instructions

Preparation

  • Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Use a mandoline or a sharp knife to thinly slice the sweet potatoes.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, melted butter, maple syrup, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and pepper.
  • Layer sweet potatoes in the dish, sprinkle cranberries, and spoon the cream mixture over.
  • Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40–45 minutes.
  • Remove foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes.
  • Let the gratin rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Optional: Top with freshly chopped herbs for added aroma and flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 250mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 8mg
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