Imagine a side dish so decadent, so perfectly balanced between sweet and savory, that it transforms your ordinary meal into an extraordinary culinary experience. These Slow Cooker Savory Sweet Potatoes are not just a recipe—they're a game-changing comfort food that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor. With just a few simple ingredients and the magic of your slow cooker, you'll create a dish that will have your family and guests begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 4 hrs
Total Time: 4 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 cup butter, cubed
Instructions
- Wash and peel sweet potatoes, then cut them into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking.
- Grease the inside of your slow cooker with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Place the cubed sweet potatoes into the slow cooker, spreading them evenly across the bottom.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, mixing thoroughly to create a spice blend.
- Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the sweet potato cubes, ensuring all pieces are lightly coated.
- Distribute the cubed butter pieces across the top of the sweet potatoes, allowing them to melt during cooking.
- Cover the slow cooker and set to low heat setting, cooking for 4 hours until sweet potatoes are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
- Gently stir the sweet potatoes halfway through cooking to ensure even caramelization and spice distribution.
- Once cooking is complete, let the sweet potatoes rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve warm as a delicious side dish, optionally garnishing with additional cinnamon or chopped nuts if desired.
Tips
- Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for firm, smooth-skinned potatoes without bruises or soft spots for the best texture.
- Cut uniformly: Ensure all potato cubes are roughly the same size (1-inch) to guarantee even cooking and consistent tenderness.
- Don't skip the butter: The cubed butter helps create a rich, caramelized coating and prevents the sweet potatoes from drying out.
- Stir midway: Gently stirring halfway through cooking ensures all pieces get evenly coated with spices and caramelize beautifully.
- Let it rest: Allowing the dish to rest for 10 minutes after cooking helps the flavors meld and makes the potatoes even more delicious.
- Optional enhancement: For extra texture, consider topping with chopped pecans or a sprinkle of fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 247kcal
Carbohydrates: 37g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 25mg
