Candied Sweet Potatoes

Candied Sweet Potatoes recipe pinit

Candied sweet potatoes are a popular dish during Thanksgiving in the United States.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 1 hr
Servings: 4 Calories: 800
Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Peel and slice the sweet potatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  3. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  4. In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Arrange the sweet potato slices in a single layer in a baking dish.
  6. Pour the melted butter over the sweet potatoes.
  7. Sprinkle the brown sugar mixture evenly over the sweet potatoes.
  8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and sprinkle the pecans over the top.
  10. Bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the pecans are toasted.
  11. Let the candied sweet potatoes rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 200kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g8%
Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
Sugars 20g
Protein 2g4%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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