1 1/2lbssweet potatoespeeled and cut into 1-inchchunks
3Tbsp almond butter or peanut butter
2Tbsp maple syrupdivided
2Tbsp milk or unsweetened dairy-free milk
2tsporange zestoptional
1tspcinnamondivided
3/4tspginger powder
1 1/3cupsplain Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
1tspvanilla extract
1Tbsp butter or vegan butter
2medium applescut into 1/2-inch cubes
2medium pearscut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4cupsliced pecans
Instructions
Steam or boil sweet potato cubes until very tender.
In a large bowl, place cooked sweet potato and add nut butter, 1 Tbsp maple syrup, milk, orange zest (if using), 1/2 tsp cinnamon, ginger powder, and a pinch of salt; mash together. Or for a smoother mixture, place everything in a food processor or blender and blend until smooth.
In separate small bowl, stir together yogurt and vanilla.
In skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in 1 Tbsp maple syrup and then stir in apple and pear cubes, remaining 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Heat until fruit is tender, stirring a couple of times, about 3 minutes.
To serve, place sweet potato mixture in serving bowls and top with yogurt, fruit, and pecans.
Recipe Notes
Per serving: 590 calories; 10 g protein; 23 g total fat (8 g sat. fat); 91 g total carbohydrates (32 g sugars, 14 g fiber); 68 mg sodium