It’s side dish season!!! These candied sweet potatoes are always a hit! Check out the recipe! 4-5 sweet potatoes peeled and sliced

2 sticks of butter

1 cup packed brown sugar (plus more for sprinkling)

3/4 cup white sugar

Cinnamon (measure with your heart)

1/4 cup whole milk or heavy cream

Pinch of salt

Mini marshmallows (optional)

Peel and slice sweet potatoes & line up in baking dish

On the stove melt 1.5 sticks of butter white & brown sugars & salt - keep mixing until filly melted and bubbly!

Pour evenly over potatoes & then pour the milk or cream on top

Cut the remaining ½ stick up butter and place on top

Baked covered at 400 for 1 hour

After an hour uncover sprinkle with more brown sugar and cook for another half hour

Once thats finished add marshmallows if desired and bake for another few minutes

Let sit 10-15 minutes and serve! #thanksgiving #sidedish #sweetpotato #christmas #easyrecipe

2025/11/13 Edited to

... Read moreCandied sweet potatoes are a classic side dish especially beloved during the holiday season like Thanksgiving and Christmas. This recipe brings together rich flavors from brown sugar and butter, enhanced by warm cinnamon and a touch of creaminess from milk or heavy cream. The slow baking process, starting covered then uncovered to caramelize the sugars, creates a luscious, tender dish with a beautiful golden glaze. For best results, choose sweet potatoes that are firm and free of blemishes. Peeling and slicing them evenly ensures even cooking. The melted mixture of butter, brown sugar, white sugar, and a pinch of salt forms the sweet base; the salt balances the sweetness perfectly. Adding milk or cream adds moisture and richness. Baking covered at 400°F for an hour allows the sweet potatoes to soften thoroughly. Uncovering and sprinkling extra brown sugar before baking longer creates a delightful, caramelized crust. The optional step of topping with mini marshmallows and baking just until melted adds a nostalgic, festive touch that many love. To elevate this recipe, consider experimenting with additional spices like nutmeg or ginger for a more complex flavor profile. Adding a splash of vanilla extract or a drizzle of maple syrup can also add warmth and depth. This side pairs wonderfully with roasted turkey, ham, or pork loin, rounding out a holiday meal with its comforting sweetness. Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated, making it convenient for holiday entertaining. Overall, this easy candied sweet potatoes recipe requires minimal ingredients but delivers maximum flavor, making it a reliable and crowd-pleasing choice for seasonal celebrations or any time you want a cozy, sweet side dish.

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That looks SO delicious, but what does the milk or heavy cream do in the recipe?… I’m looking for different sweet potatoes recipes, rather than the traditional old way my family makes them, and I’ve never seen it made with heavy cream or milk, only lemon or orange juice..

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