Description
Crockpot Sweet Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, bringing warmth and flavor to any meal. This easy recipe transforms simple sweet potatoes into a decadent dish with the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Cooked low and slow, these tender morsels absorb the rich flavors of brown sugar and cinnamon, creating a heavenly aroma that fills your kitchen. Whether for a holiday gathering or a cozy weeknight dinner, this delightful side dish will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 3 medium sweet potatoes (approximately 1.5 lbs), peeled and chopped
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes; cut them into even chunks for uniform cooking.
- In a large bowl, combine the sweet potato chunks with brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg (if using). Toss until evenly coated.
- Place the mixture in a crockpot and dot with butter pieces.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
- Mash or serve whole as desired; drizzle with extra melted butter or sprinkle with cinnamon before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg