Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
🥘 Category: Yam/Sweet Potato
🍽️ Keywords: Potato, Vegetable, Southwestern U.S., Canadian, German, Mexican, European, Low Protein, Potluck, Winter, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Sweet, Weeknight, Brunch, Oven, Beginner Cook, < 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
👨👩👦 Servings: 4
Description:
These candied sweet potatoes are an absolute delight, cherished in our family for generations. Passed down from my mother, this recipe never fails to impress. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a festive gathering, these sweet potatoes disappear fast. The combination of tender sweet potatoes, buttery richness, brown sugar sweetness, and gooey marshmallows creates a dish that’s irresistibly delicious. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make, perfect for beginners or seasoned cooks alike.
Ingredients:
- 3-4 sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup butter
- Brown sugar (to taste)
- Miniature marshmallows
Instructions:
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Prepare Sweet Potatoes:
- Begin by boiling the sweet potatoes until they are tender. Once cooked, drain them and allow them to cool.
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) in preparation for baking.
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Slice and Arrange:
- Once the sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel them and slice them into 1/4-inch thick slices.
- Arrange the sliced sweet potatoes in a 13×9-inch pan. (Disposable foil pans work great for easy cleanup!)
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Layer Ingredients:
- Slice the butter into thin slices and place them on top of each sweet potato slice.
- Sprinkle brown sugar generously over the sweet potatoes. The more sugar you add, the sweeter and more delicious they’ll be!
- Cover the sweet potatoes with a layer of miniature marshmallows, ensuring they are evenly distributed. Don’t hesitate to use plenty of marshmallows for that irresistible sweetness.
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Bake:
- Place the pan of sweet potatoes in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown and bubbly.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once baked to perfection, remove the candied sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Serve the sweet potatoes as a delightful side dish or dessert, perfect for any occasion.
- For an extra touch of flavor, sprinkle some nutmeg over the sweet potatoes before baking if desired.
These candied sweet potatoes are sure to become a beloved tradition in your home, just as they are in ours. Enjoy the irresistible combination of tender sweet potatoes, buttery goodness, caramelized brown sugar, and gooey marshmallows in every bite. Whether it’s a holiday feast or a weeknight dinner, these sweet potatoes are always a crowd-pleaser. So go ahead, indulge in this comforting and delicious dish that’s easy to make and impossible to resist!
