Description
Crockpot Sweet Potatoes are a warm, comforting side dish that transforms ordinary sweet potatoes into tender, caramelized delights. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this simple recipe requires minimal effort while delivering maximum flavor. The sweet aroma fills your home, creating an inviting atmosphere for family and friends. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a dish that’s not only delicious but also visually appealing on your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Your Sweet Potatoes: Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into even chunks for uniform cooking.
- Add Ingredients to the Crockpot: Place the chopped sweet potatoes in the crockpot and add butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until fully coated.
- Set It and Forget It: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until tender.
- Check for Doneness: Ensure they are fork-tender before serving.
- Optional Topping: If using pecans, toast them lightly in a pan and sprinkle over the sweet potatoes just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg