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Pineapple Sweet Potato Recipe

The pineapple sweet potato recipe has a yummy mix of sweet, tropical, and spicy flavors. The pineapple adds a little tanginess. It’s creamy with a bit of crunch.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 6 sweet potatoes
  • 1 20 ounce can crushed pineapple
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 pinch ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch ground ginger

Instructions
 

  • First, preheat your oven and bake the sweet potatoes until tender. This helps them to mash more easily later.
  • Next, in a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked sweet potatoes with the crushed pineapple. This brings the two sweet fillings together.
  • Also stir in the brown sugar to both sweeten and help caramelize the dish during baking.
  • Add the cinnamon and ginger, which will gently spice up the flavors.
  • Optionally, you could mix in some pecans at this stage for a crunchy texture contrast, if desired.
  • Once the ingredients are thoroughly combined, transfer the mixture into a baking dish so it’s ready for the oven.
  • Finally, bake the sweet potato mixture until heated through and glazed. Then enjoy your fruity, warmly-spiced side dish!

Notes

✅ Use Roasted Sweet Potatoes – Baking brings out natural sweetness and prevents excess moisture.
✅ Keep the Pineapple Juice – It helps create a moist, flavorful mixture.
✅ Mash to Your Desired Texture – Smooth or chunky, depending on preference!
✅ Don’t Overbake – Bake just until heated through to avoid drying out.
✅ Add Nuts for Extra Crunch – Pecans or walnuts enhance texture and flavor
Keyword Festive side dish, Sweet potato casserole, Traditional holiday side