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Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin

Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin for Cozy Gatherings

This Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin is a delectable holiday classic that combines sweet potatoes and cranberries in a creamy casserole, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gratin
  • 4 cups sweet potatoes peeled and sliced
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup heavy cream can substitute with coconut cream
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt or sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper freshly cracked
  • 1 cup Gruyère cheese shredded, can substitute with cheddar or mozzarella
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs can substitute with crushed gluten-free crackers

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
    Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin
  2. Peel and slice the sweet potatoes into thin rounds, about 1/4 inch thick. Cook in a large pot of salted water for 10-15 minutes until tender.
    Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin
  3. In a greased baking dish, layer half of the cooked sweet potato slices.
    Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin
  4. Sprinkle half of the cranberries over the first layer of sweet potatoes.
    Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin
  5. Whisk together the heavy cream, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Pour half of this mixture over the layered vegetables.
    Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin
  6. Repeat layering with remaining sweet potato slices and cranberries, then pour the rest of the cream mixture on top.
    Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin
  7. Sprinkle the shredded Gruyère cheese and breadcrumbs on top.
    Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and bubbly.
    Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin
  9. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
    Sweet Potato & Cranberry Gratin

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 17000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure sweet potatoes are fully tender before layering. Cool for 5 minutes after baking for easier slicing.

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