Sweet Potato with Brandy and Raisins
Elevate your holiday sides with this decadent Sweet Potato with Brandy and Raisins recipe, a perfect balance of warmth, sweetness, and sophistication. Tender sweet potato cubes are coated in a luxurious sauce of melted butter, brown sugar, and just a hint of brandy, creating a caramel-like glaze with a rich depth of flavor. Plump raisins, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg add comforting spice and texture, while vanilla extract ties it all together with a hint of aromatic sweetness. Baked to perfection for a caramelized finish and infused with moisture, this dish is easy to prepare yet irresistibly elegant. Ideal for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special gathering, this recipe brings a gourmet twist to traditional sweet potato casseroles. Simple, flavorful, and utterly indulgent, it's guaranteed to impress your guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons brandy
- 0.33 cup raisins
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes.
Place the cubed sweet potatoes into a large pot and cover them with water. Add a pinch of salt and bring the pot to a boil.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the sweet potatoes for about 8-10 minutes, or until they are fork-tender but not falling apart. Drain the water and set the sweet potatoes aside.
In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Add the brown sugar, brandy, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, vanilla extract, raisins, and salt. Stir to combine and heat until the sugar has dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and pour the mixture over the boiled sweet potatoes in a large bowl. Toss gently to coat the potatoes evenly.
Transfer the sweet potato mixture into a greased baking dish and spread it out in an even layer.
Pour 1 cup of water into the baking dish, being careful not to pour directly over the sweet potatoes. This will help to keep the dish moist during baking.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the top to caramelize slightly.
Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1280 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.4 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.6 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 132 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 1202 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.9 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 94.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 260 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 471 mg | 10% | |
*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.
