Sweet Glazed Potatoes

Name: Candied Sweet Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 65 min
Total time: 80 min
Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients: 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into rounds.; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted.; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar.; 1/4 cup granulated sugar.; 1/4 cup maple syrup.; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg.; 1/4 teaspoon salt.; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

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These aren't your everyday sweet potatoes! We're coating them in a rich butter-maple glaze with warm spices, then baking until they're tender and swimming in their own caramel sauce.

By Clare Greco

Updated on Mon, 20 Jan 2025 16:08:07 GMT

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These candied sweet potatoes celebrate Southern comfort with tender slices bathed in a buttery spiced glaze. The perfect side dish for holidays or Sunday dinner it's comfort food at its finest.

Sweet Southern Comfort

Brown sugar maple syrup and warm spices transform sweet potatoes into something magical. This beloved dish brings memories of family gatherings and holiday celebrations to any table.

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Sweet Potatoes: 4 large sliced
Butter: 1/2 cup unsalted
Brown Sugar: 1/2 cup packed
Sugar: 1/4 cup white
Maple Syrup: 1/4 cup
Cinnamon: 1/2 tsp
Nutmeg: 1/4 tsp
Salt: 1/4 tsp
Vanilla: 1 tsp

Let's Cook

Get Ready: Heat to 350°F
Prep Potatoes: Slice arrange in dish
Make Glaze: Mix butter sugars syrup spices vanilla
Combine: Pour glaze over potatoes coat well
Bake with Love: Cover 45 minutes then uncovered 15-20 until tender
Rest and Serve: Cool slightly enjoy warm

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Pure Comfort

These sweet potatoes bring warmth to any holiday table. That caramel glaze and tender texture make them impossible to resist.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Why do my sweet potatoes get mushy?: Cut your rounds about 1/2 inch thick for the best texture. Too thin and they'll fall apart, too thick and they won't cook evenly.
→ Can I make these ahead of time?: Yes! Prepare up to 2 days ahead, reheat covered in the oven at 325°F until warm. The sauce may thicken when chilled.
→ Should I boil the potatoes first?: No need! They'll cook perfectly in the oven, absorbing all the delicious glaze flavors as they bake.
→ Can I reduce the sugar?: Start with half the sugar if you prefer less sweetness. The maple syrup adds moisture so keep that amount the same.
→ What kind of sweet potatoes work best?: Red-skinned sweet potatoes or yams work great. Look for ones that are firm and uniform in size for even cooking.