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Best Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe Ever

A delightful side dish featuring soft, buttery sweet potatoes coated in a rich syrup with a hint of cinnamon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 large sweet potatoes peeled and sliced into rounds
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup water

Equipment

  • Large pot or saucepan
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into even rounds.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and water until well combined.
  4. In a baking dish, layer the sliced sweet potatoes and pour the syrup mixture over them, ensuring all sweet potatoes are coated.
  5. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  6. After 30 minutes, remove the foil and stir the sweet potatoes gently.
  7. Return the dish to the oven uncovered and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For an extra touch, sprinkle some toasted pecans on top before serving for added crunch!