Orange Candied Sweet Potatoes
Transform your holiday table with the irresistible flavors of Orange Candied Sweet Potatoes—a vibrant twist on a classic side dish. This recipe combines tender slices of sweet potatoes with a luscious orange-infused glaze, made from fresh orange juice, zesty orange zest, and a blend of granulated and brown sugars for the perfect balance of sweetness. Warm notes of cinnamon and a touch of butter elevate the dish, creating a rich caramelized finish. Baked to perfection, these sweet potatoes are basted in the citrusy glaze for layers of flavor in every bite. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cozy gathering, this crowd-pleaser is as easy to prepare as it is delightful to serve. Garnish with extra glaze for a glossy, indulgent presentation that will have your guests coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Sweet potatoes
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
Arrange the sweet potato slices in a single layer in a large baking dish.
In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, granulated sugar, brown sugar, butter, orange zest, ground cinnamon, salt, and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture comes to a gentle simmer.
Pour the orange glaze evenly over the sweet potato slices in the baking dish.
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil, baste the sweet potatoes with the glaze, and return the dish to the oven.
Bake uncovered for an additional 20 minutes, basting once more halfway through, until the glaze thickens and the sweet potatoes are tender.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm, spooning extra glaze over the sweet potatoes for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1674 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.2 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.0 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1008 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 310.0 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.5 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 188.2 g | ||
| Protein | 13.5 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 311 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 552 mg | 12% | |
*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.
