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Delicious candied sweet potatoes with a glossy glaze on a serving dish.

Candied Sweet Potatoes

A delightful dish that combines tender sweet potatoes with a rich, gooey sauce and topped with mini marshmallows, perfect for family gatherings or holiday feasts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup orange juice (optional) Can substitute with apple juice
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Arrange the sliced sweet potatoes evenly in the prepared dish.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and orange juice until well combined.
  2. Pour the buttery sugar mixture over the sweet potatoes, making sure to coat them evenly.
Baking
  1. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 40–50 minutes until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
  2. Remove the foil and sprinkle mini marshmallows on top. Bake uncovered for another 5–10 minutes until the marshmallows are golden and bubbly.
Serving
  1. Let the dish cool slightly before serving warm.

Notes

Best served warm. Add nuts or syrup for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months.