Classic Candied Sweet Potatoes

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Classic Candied Sweet Potatoes
110 min.
8
352kcal

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Indulge in the rich, sweet flavors of Classic Candied Sweet Potatoes, a delightful side dish that will elevate any meal. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is perfect for family gatherings, holiday feasts, or simply as a comforting addition to your dinner table. With its warm, buttery sauce infused with brown sugar, each bite offers a perfect blend of sweetness and creaminess that’s hard to resist.

Imagine the tender yellow-fleshed sweet potatoes, lovingly cooked until they are just right, then transformed into a sumptuous dish that glistens under a golden glaze. This recipe not only showcases the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes but also brings a sense of nostalgia, reminding us of cherished moments spent around the table with loved ones.

In just 110 minutes, you can prepare a dish that serves eight, making it an ideal choice for gatherings. With only a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you'll find that creating this classic is both easy and rewarding. The mouthwatering aroma that fills your kitchen as these sweet potatoes bake is just the cherry on top of this delightful culinary experience. Treat yourself and your guests to a side dish that is as delicious as it is comforting!

Ingredients

  • cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • teaspoon salt 
  •  yellow-fleshed sweet potatoes 
  • 0.5 cup water 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Place whole sweet potatoes in a steamer over a couple of inches of boiling water, and cover. Cook until tender, about 30 minutes.
  3. Drain and cool.
  4. Peel, and slice sweet potatoes lengthwise into 1/2 inch slices.
  5. Place in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter, brown sugar, water and salt. When the sauce is bubbly and sugar is dissolved, pour over potatoes.
  7. Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour, occasionally basting the sweet potatoes with the brown sugar sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories352kcal
Protein3.13%
Fat28.98%
Carbs67.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.5
Glycemic Load
16.83
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
12.428260799335%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:351.99kcal
17.6%
Fat:11.59g
17.83%
Saturated Fat:7.32g
45.77%
Carbohydrates:61.09g
20.36%
Net Carbohydrates:56g
20.37%
Sugar:33.77g
37.52%
Cholesterol:30.5mg
10.17%
Sodium:483.58mg
21.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.81g
5.63%
Vitamin A:24401.51IU
488.03%
Manganese:0.46mg
22.78%
Fiber:5.09g
20.34%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.3%
Potassium:611.26mg
17.46%
Vitamin B5:1.41mg
14.08%
Copper:0.27mg
13.57%
Magnesium:45.29mg
11.32%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.86%
Phosphorus:84.17mg
8.42%
Calcium:77.7mg
7.77%
Iron:1.23mg
6.86%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.37%
Vitamin E:0.77mg
5.13%
Vitamin C:4.07mg
4.93%
Vitamin B3:0.98mg
4.9%
Folate:19.35µg
4.84%
Vitamin K:4.04µg
3.85%
Zinc:0.53mg
3.54%
Selenium:1.49µg
2.13%
Source:Allrecipes