Crock Pot Orange Spiced Sweet Potatoes
Transform your holiday table with the irresistible flavors of Crock Pot Orange Spiced Sweet Potatoes—a fuss-free, slow-cooked side dish that’s bursting with warmth and citrusy sweetness. Tender sweet potato cubes are simmered in a luscious blend of fresh orange juice, brown sugar, and aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. A hint of orange zest adds a vibrant pop, while optional additions like chopped pecans or gooey marshmallows take this dish to the next level. With minimal prep and the convenience of a crock pot, this recipe delivers both comforting flavor and stress-free cooking, making it perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve these glazed sweet potatoes warm and watch them steal the show! Keywords: Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes, Orange Spiced Sweet Potatoes, Slow Cooker Side Dish, Holiday Recipes, Easy Sweet Potato Recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 cup orange juice
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 0.25 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1 cup marshmallows (optional for topping)
Instructions
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes.
In a small bowl, mix the orange juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until well combined.
Place the sweet potato cubes in the crock pot.
Pour the orange juice mixture over the sweet potatoes, making sure they are evenly coated.
Add the butter, cutting it into small pieces, and distribute over the sweet potatoes.
Sprinkle the orange zest over the mixture for added flavor.
Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 4 hours, or until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Optional: During the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle chopped pecans over the sweet potatoes for added crunch, or top with marshmallows for a sweet finish.
Once cooked, stir gently to coat the sweet potatoes in the sauce. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 69.4 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.1 g | 150% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1076 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 397.2 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.5 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 251.9 g | ||
| Protein | 17.8 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 302 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 723 mg | 15% | |
*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.
