A classic Southern dish, these candied sweet potatoes are tender, sweet, and bursting with flavors. Perfect for holiday meals or any family gathering.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
1h
Ingredients
8 Servings
- 1.5 cups brown sugar
- 0.5 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 6 sweet potatoes
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
Place the sliced sweet potatoes in a large baking dish.
Step 3
In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, water, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Cook over medium heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is well combined.
Step 4
Pour the brown sugar mixture over the sweet potatoes, ensuring they are well coated.
Step 5
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Step 6
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the sauce is thickened.
Step 7
Stir the sweet potatoes gently and serve warm.