Sugar Glazed Sweet Potato Gratin
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Sugar Glazed Sweet Potato Gratin, a decadent twist on a classic gratin recipe! This dish layers tender, thinly sliced sweet potatoes coated in a luscious, spiced sugar glaze made with dark brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg, creating an irresistibly warm and rich flavor profile. Topped with a crisp golden layer of Parmesan-infused panko breadcrumbs, every bite offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and crunchy textures. Fresh thyme adds a hint of aromatic brightness, tying all the elements together beautifully. Perfect for holiday tables or cozy weeknight dinners, this easy-to-follow recipe is ready in just over an hour and serves six generously. Impress your guests with this stunning sweet potato gratin that’s as visually beautiful as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized Sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cups Dark brown sugar
- 1.5 cups Heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.25 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into thin rounds, about 1/8-inch thick. Use a mandoline slicer for evenly sliced pieces, if available.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the dark brown sugar, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fully combined and the sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and set aside.
Layer half of the sweet potato slices evenly in the prepared baking dish. Pour half of the sugar glaze mixture over the potatoes, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle with half of the fresh thyme leaves.
Repeat the layering process with the remaining sweet potato slices and sugar glaze mixture. Sprinkle the remaining thyme leaves on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
While the sweet potatoes are baking, mix the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in a small bowl.
After 30 minutes, remove the foil from the baking dish and sprinkle the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture evenly over the top.
Continue baking uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
Remove the gratin from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional thyme leaves, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
720 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.2 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.0 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 144 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 1545 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.5 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 295 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 98 mg | 2% | |
*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.
