Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe
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Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe
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These candied sweet potatoes are tender, buttery, and perfectly spiced, making them a delightful addition to any meal. Enjoy!
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Ingredients
- 5-6 medium sweet potatoes 3–4 lbs, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter room temperature
- 1 tablespoon orange juice or water
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup or honey
- 1 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon fresh Rosemary chopped (optional)
- flake sea salt for topping
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Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (191°C).
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Place the peeled and sliced sweet potatoes in a greased 9×13-inch or other 3-quart baking dish. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.
- Make the Sauce: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, add the orange juice (or water), maple syrup (or honey), brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and optional chopped rosemary. Stir the mixture until the sugar is dissolved and the sauce has thickened slightly for about 3 minutes, then let it boil for 2 minutes without stirring. The sauce will be glossy and thick.
- Coat the Sweet Potatoes: Pour the sauce evenly over the sweet potatoes in the baking dish. Gently stir to coat the potatoes evenly.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Stir the sweet potatoes 1–2 times during baking to ensure they are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Finish and Serve: After baking, remove the foil and give the sweet potatoes a final stir. Sprinkle with a pinch of flake sea salt for an extra burst of flavor. Serve warm.
Notes
- How to Make Ahead of Time
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Follow the recipe instructions up to the point of baking. Slice the sweet potatoes, make the sauce, and coat the potatoes in the sauce.
- Assemble in the Baking Dish: Place the coated sweet potatoes in your greased baking dish as directed.
- Cover and Refrigerate: Instead of baking immediately, cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- Bake When Ready: When you’re ready to serve, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the dish from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 20-30 minutes to take the chill off. Then, bake as directed, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time if needed.
- Reheat if Necessary: If you've already baked the dish and want to reheat it later, cover with foil and warm in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
717kcal
(36%)
Carbohydrates
125g
(42%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
23g
(35%)
Saturated Fat
15g
(75%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
61mg
(20%)
Sodium
646mg
(27%)
Potassium
1090mg
(31%)
Fiber
9g
(36%)
Sugar
78g
(156%)
Vitamin A
40798IU
(816%)
Vitamin C
9mg
(10%)
Calcium
164mg
(16%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4-6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 717 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 717kcal | 36% |
| Carbohydrates | 125g | 42% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 61mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 646mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 1090mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 78g | 156% |
| Vitamin A | 40798IU | 816% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 164mg | 16% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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