Southern Comfort Sweet Potatoes
Experience the rich and indulgent flavors of the South with these Southern Comfort Sweet Potatoes—a deliciously cozy side dish that combines creamy baked sweet potatoes with a decadent glaze infused with Southern Comfort liqueur. The buttery glaze, sweetened with brown sugar and spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, elevates the natural sweetness of the potatoes to a whole new level. Topped with crunchy pecans and optional golden-browned mini marshmallows, this dish strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory. Quick to prepare in under an hour and easy to customize, these Southern Comfort Sweet Potatoes are ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or a comforting weeknight dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons butter, unsalted
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon Southern Comfort liqueur
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Scrub the sweet potatoes under running water, then pierce them several times with a fork. Place them on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the spiced glaze. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, Southern Comfort liqueur, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and kosher salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
Once the sweet potatoes are finished baking, let them cool slightly. Slice each one open lengthwise and use a fork to gently fluff the flesh.
Drizzle the prepared glaze evenly over the sweet potatoes, ensuring the flesh is well-coated.
Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the top of the sweet potatoes. If desired, add a layer of mini marshmallows on top.
Return the sweet potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy the delicious Southern Comfort Sweet Potatoes as a comforting and flavorful side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2431 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.3 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.8 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 796 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 402.9 g | 147% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.6 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 264.9 g | ||
| Protein | 17.9 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 463 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 534 mg | 11% | |
*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.
