Description
These Candied Sweet Potatoes are the perfect side dish for any comfort meal or holiday table. With golden caramelized edges and buttery brown sugar glaze, they’re a delicious and easy recipe to elevate your dinner ideas. This dish is a great addition to your quick dinner lineup, cozy food ideas for gatherings, and a must-have for Thanksgiving sides.
Ingredients
4 large sweet potatoes
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into thick rounds or wedges. Arrange in a single layer in a baking dish.
2. Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Let the mixture bubble for 2 minutes.
3. Pour the hot glaze over the sweet potatoes, turning them to coat. Cover with foil and bake at 375°F for 30 minutes.
4. Uncover and baste with the sauce. Bake uncovered for another 20–25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
5. Serve warm with extra glaze spooned on top.
Notes
Use dark brown sugar for richer depth.
Turn the sweet potatoes halfway for even glazing.
To add crunch, top with toasted pecans before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: candied sweet potatoes, sweet potato sides, holiday sides, comfort food, brown sugar glaze