Candied Sweet Potatoes Southern Traditional
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of the South with this classic recipe for Candied Sweet Potatoes. Perfectly tender slices of sweet potatoes are simmered in a luscious, buttery caramel sauce made from brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of vanilla. This soulful side dish is cooked low and slow, allowing the natural sweetness of the potatoes to meld beautifully with the rich syrup. Easy to prepare in just one skillet, it’s a crowd-pleasing addition to holiday feasts or weeknight dinners. Serve these Southern-style candied sweet potatoes warm, with their glossy syrup draped over the top, for a nostalgic taste of tradition that's sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 quarters cup brown sugar
- 1 quarter cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into thick rounds, approximately 1/2 inch thick.
Preheat a large skillet or heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
Add the butter to the skillet and allow it to melt completely.
Stir in the brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt until a smooth syrup forms.
Add the water to the skillet and stir to combine.
Place the sweet potato slices in a single layer in the skillet, ensuring they are all coated with the syrup.
Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet with a lid, and allow the sweet potatoes to simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Check the sweet potatoes after cooking; they should be tender and caramelized in the syrup.
Serve the candied sweet potatoes warm as a side dish or enjoy them on their own. Spoon any leftover syrup over the potatoes for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2926 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.5 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.1 g | 210% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1013 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 585.1 g | 213% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 496.0 g | ||
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 567 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 620 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.
