Brown Sugar Candied Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in comfort and warmth with these Brown Sugar Candied Sweet Potatoes, a heavenly side dish perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners. Tender slices of sweet potatoes are baked to perfection in a luxurious glaze made with rich brown sugar, creamy butter, and a hint of maple syrup, infused with aromatic cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla for a flavor-packed treat. The bubbling caramelized glaze envelopes each slice, creating the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. With minimal prep and a short baking time, this dish is as easy to make as it is irresistible to eat. Serve these buttery, candied sweet potatoes alongside roasted turkey or ham for an unforgettable feast that will have everyone reaching for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 quarters cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a small amount of butter or non-stick spray.
Arrange the sweet potato slices in an even layer in the prepared baking dish.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
Once the butter is melted, add the brown sugar, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, vanilla extract, salt, and water. Stir until the brown sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
Pour the brown sugar mixture evenly over the sweet potatoes, ensuring all slices are coated.
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil, carefully baste the sweet potatoes with the brown sugar glaze, and return the dish to the oven.
Bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the glaze is bubbling and slightly thickened.
Let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy this sweet, buttery side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2832 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.3 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.0 g | 210% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1604 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 561.3 g | 204% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.1 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 472.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 564 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 619 mg | 13% | |
*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.
