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    Published: Nov 7, 2019 · Modified: Nov 13, 2021 · By Susan

    Lazy Slow-Cooker Candied Sweet Potato

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    This fabulous slow cooker candied sweet potato casserole is one that you will want to serve this holiday season. This casserole dish is full of great flavor. It is a great addition to any Christmas or Thanksgiving dinner!

    a bowl of finished sweet potatoes read to serve

    I have been asked why I use my slow cooker when everything I use it for can be prepared in alternate ways. The oven, stovetop, and microwave are all great, but my slow cooker is and always will be my BFF.

    This crock pot sweet potato casserole is one perfect example of why. There is no time spent hovering over a hot stovetop. It is hands-free allowing me to enjoy my guests/children/glass of wine without interruption. Using it allows me more oven space for other dishes. And, it doesn't add extra heat to my house when I have a crowd for a holiday meal.

    📝Shopping list

    all raw ingredients with labels

    To make this sweet potato casserole recipe you will need a few simple ingredients:

    • Fresh sweet potatoes or yams - This recipe is delicious with either. They should be diced into bite-size pieces.
    • Butter
    • Maple syrup - pure syrup is always best in my opinion
    • Cinnamon - ground
    • Vanilla - pure vanilla extract is the most flavorful
    • Kosher Salt
    • Mini marshmallows - you can cut up larger marshmallows if you have trouble finding the mini ones
    See recipe card for exact quantities and the rest of the instructions

    🥣Assembly

    This is a true dump-and-go recipe! Just add all ingredients into your slow cooker, except your marshmallows. Cover and cook on low for 3-5 hours. This dish is ready to eat once the potatoes chunks are fork tender. Mine was ready to go after about 3-5 hours. Sprinkle marshmallows on top and cook for another 30 minutes are so until marshmallows are melted.

    All sweet potato casserole ingredients in a a slow cooker

    When you reach this point, turn your slow cooker down to warm and pay attention to other things!!! This is one of these crock pot recipes that you can serve right from your slow cooker.

    Alternatively, you can transfer potatoes to a serving dish. If you choose to move it, sprinkle some fresh marshmallows on top as the gooey marshmallows will mix in.

    a finished bowl of slow cooker sweet potatoes

    🍽Serving suggestions

    This yams recipe is wonderful served alongside other slow cooker side dishes. Mashed potatoes, green beans casserole, and cranberry stuffing/dressing are all great examples.

    Obviously, this slow cooker sweet potato casserole recipe is the perfect Thanksgiving side dish for your turkey and some dinner rolls. It would also be great with any other holiday menu. Making this from scratch is far better than the canned stuff and will be loved by all family members.

    two bowls of slow cooker sweet potato casserole

    Storing leftovers

    Leftovers of this delicious crockpot dish are best stored in airtight containers or bags. It will last for several days in your refrigerator and several months in the freezer. The best part is that it can be easily reheated in the microwave. I suggest adding a few fresh marshmallows on top of the sweet potatoes when reheating.

    A bowl of finished slow cooker candied sweet potatoes with one being held on a fork close to the camera

    😉Hints and Hacks

    1. I topped this recipe with marshmallows because.....marshmallows! But, this is optional so feel free to leave them off. Or if you just want to tone down the sweetness, you can use less.
    2. The beauty of this slow cooker recipe is that you can leave it in your slow cooker on the warm setting right up to (and even including) serving.
    3. Sometimes I use yams for this recipe. I personally prefer them, but sweet potatoes will work as well. Interested in learning the difference between yams and sweet potatoes? Click here.
    4. I always use slow cooker liners for easier clean-up (another reason to love your slow cooker!)
    5. Sweet potatoes and yams can sometimes be found already cut into chunks. However, if you will be cutting them yourself, be sure to use a vegetable peeler to remove all of the skin first.
    6. To add some variety to the flavor of these delicious sweet potatoes, substitute cinnamon with pumpkin pie spice.
    7. If you are not serving right from your crockpot, a slow cooker liner makes for super easy cleanup. If you do plan to serve from your slow cooker, skip the liner (it will be more attractive without it). Spray unlined slow cooker with non-stick spray before adding any other ingredients.

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    Bowl full of lazy slow cooker candied sweet potato

    Lazy Slow Cooker Candied Sweet Potato

    This delicious candied sweet potato dish is the perfect holiday treat. Potatoes are slow cooked to sweet perfection and then topped with marshmellowy goodness!
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 3 hours
    Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 249kcal
    Author: The Lazy slow cooker
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    Equipment

    • 4 or 6 quart slow cooker

    Ingredients

    • 2 Lbs diced fresh sweet potato or yams I generally use yams
    • 2 tablespoon butter
    • 1 cup maple syrup Pure maple syrup is best
    • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla
    • pinch kosher salt
    • 2 cups mini marshmallows

    Instructions

    • place diced sweet potato into slow cooker
      2 Lbs diced fresh sweet potato or yams
    • add remaining ingredients except marshmallows and stir gently to mix
      2 tablespoon butter, 1 cup maple syrup, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon pure vanilla, pinch kosher salt
    • cook on low for 3.5 hours. Open pot an stir contents. Top with marshmallows and cook for another 30 minutes. Turn pot down to warm until ready to serve.
      2 cups mini marshmallows

    Notes

    Notes:  leftovers can be stored in either the refrigerator or freezer (see above for details) 
    When reheating leftovers, add fresh marshmallows on top. 
    My slow cooker sweet potatoes are ready to serve after about 3.5 hours.  

    Nutrition

    Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: 479mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 16094IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 1mg

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    • Roasted Beets
    • Mashed Potatoes
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