Baked Sweet Potatoes from a Crock Pot
Indulge in the effortless comfort of perfectly tender *Baked Sweet Potatoes from a Crock Pot*, a set-it-and-forget-it recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a wholesome, versatile dish. With just four medium sweet potatoes, a splash of water, and minimal prep time, this method delivers irresistibly creamy, evenly cooked sweet potatoes right from your slow cooker. By piercing the potatoes and steaming them in their natural juices, you can achieve a flawlessly soft texture without the hassle of oven baking. Ready in as little as 3 hours on high or 6 hours on low, these sweet potatoes are a time-saving favorite for busy weeknights, meal prepping, or holiday feasts. Serve them whole with a dollop of butter or a sprinkle of cinnamon, or mash them into a silky side dish—the possibilities are endlessly delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces medium sweet potatoes
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly, scrubbing off any dirt from the skin. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
Using a fork, pierce each sweet potato 4-5 times to allow steam to escape during cooking.
Place 1 cup of water in the bottom of your crock pot to create a steamy environment for even cooking.
Lay the sweet potatoes in a single layer at the bottom of the crock pot. Make sure they are not stacked to ensure even cooking.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to cook on 'Low' for 6-8 hours or 'High' for 3-4 hours, depending on your time preference and crock pot model.
After the cooking time, check the doneness by inserting a knife or fork into the largest sweet potato. It should slide in easily without resistance.
Carefully remove the sweet potatoes from the crock pot using tongs or a heat-resistant spatula, as they will be very hot.
Let the sweet potatoes cool slightly before serving. Serve them whole with your favorite toppings or mash them as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
448 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 295 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.6 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 170 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1752 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
