MAKEOVER STREUSEL-TOPPED SWEET POTATOES

Makeover Streusel-Topped Sweet Potatoes image

People really do "eat with their eyes," and no one ever misses the fat and calories in this dish when they see how yummy and attractive the makeover version is. -Tamra Duncan, Lincoln, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Ingredients

6 medium sweet potatoes
1/2 cup reduced-fat butter, melted
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup unsweetened apple juice
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
TOPPING:
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup reduced-fat butter, melted

Steps:

Scrub and pierce sweet potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 15-18 minutes or until tender, turning once., When cool enough to handle, cut each potato in half lengthwise. Scoop out the pulp, leaving thin shells. In a large bowl, mash the pulp with butter and eggs. Stir in juice and vanilla. Spoon into potato shells., Divide between two 13-in. x 9-in. baking dishes coated with cooking spray. Combine the topping ingredients; spoon over top. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.