Candied Sweet Potatoes With Honey Recipe π π―
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 4 sweet potatoes
- 1/4 cup butter
- 3/4 cup honey
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cornstarch
Instructions:
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Prepare the Sweet Potatoes:
- Preheat your oven to 450Β°F (232Β°C).
- Grease an 8 x 8 x 2 inch baking pan.
- Peel and slice the sweet potatoes into rounds or cubes, whichever you prefer.
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Prepare the Glaze:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Stir in the honey, salt, and cornstarch until well blended.
- Continue stirring constantly until the mixture slightly thickens. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Place the sliced sweet potatoes in the greased baking pan.
- Pour the honey-butter mixture over the sweet potatoes, ensuring they are evenly coated.
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Bake:
- Place the baking pan in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 10 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the glaze is bubbly and caramelized.
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Serve:
- Once done, remove the candied sweet potatoes from the oven.
- Allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 290.2
- Fat: 7.8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.9g
- Cholesterol: 20.3mg
- Sodium: 201.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 56.8g
- Fiber: 2.8g
- Sugar: 41g
- Protein: 1.8g
Recipe Notes:
- For a variation, you can add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the glaze for extra flavor.
- Serve these candied sweet potatoes as a side dish for holiday dinners, or enjoy them as a sweet treat any time of the year!
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.
