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Crockpot Candied Sweet Potatoes

Can sweet potatoes actually get any sweeter? Absolutely they can!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
4 hrs
Total Time
4 hrs 15 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 407 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Zest from 1 orange optional
  • 4 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch thick slices
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter cubed
  • Toasted pecans for garnish optional

Instructions

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  1. Combine maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and orange zest (if using) in a small bowl.
  2. Place a layer of sweet potatoes in the crock-pot, dot with butter, and sprinkle on some of the sugar mixture. Repeat layering until all potatoes and sugar mixture are used.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or until sweet potatoes are tender and glazed. Stir to evenly coat them with the syrupy mixture.
  4. Serve the candied sweet potatoes warm. Sprinkle with toasted pecans just before serving.

Nutrition Information

Calories 407kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 81g (27%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.3g Cholesterol 20mg (7%) Sodium 149mg (6%) Potassium 926mg (26%) Fiber 8g (32%) Sugar 39g (78%) Vitamin A 36441IU (729%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 117mg (12%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 407

% Daily Value*

Calories 407kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 81g 27%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.3g 15%
Cholesterol 20mg 7%
Sodium 149mg 6%
Potassium 926mg 20%
Fiber 8g 32%
Sugar 39g 78%
Vitamin A 36441IU 729%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 117mg 12%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.