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3-Ingredient Sweet Potato Cobbler

A simple and satisfying dessert featuring sweet potatoes and cake mix, cooked in a slow cooker for a warm, inviting treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 cans 29-ounce cans sweet potatoes in syrup, drained Make sure to drain well to avoid excess moisture.
  • 1 box yellow cake mix, about 15.25 ounces Can substitute with gluten-free cake mix for a gluten-free version.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Drizzle evenly over the cake mix.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lightly grease the inside of a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker.
  2. Spread the drained sweet potatoes evenly across the bottom, breaking up any large pieces slightly.
  3. Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly over the sweet potatoes without stirring.
  4. Drizzle the melted butter as evenly as possible over the cake mix.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on High for 2 to 3 hours or on Low for 4 to 5 hours until the top is golden and the filling is hot and bubbly.
  2. Turn off the slow cooker and let the cobbler rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
Serving
  1. Spoon the cobbler warm into bowls or onto plates. Enjoy as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave when ready to enjoy. For added flavor, consider spices like cinnamon or nutmeg, or a teaspoon of vanilla extract.