Description
A nostalgic, sweet side dish featuring tender sweet potatoes bathed in a rich, spiced caramel glaze. Perfect for holidays or cozy family meals, this easy recipe balances warmth with simplicity, offering a customizable finish with optional marshmallows.
Ingredients
3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds or chunks
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional: 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil
Add sweet potatoes and cook for 15-20 minutes, until tender but not mushy
Drain and transfer to a serving dish or baking sheet
In a saucepan, cook butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt over medium heat until sugar dissolves
Simmer for 5-10 minutes until glaze thickens slightly
Pour glaze over cooked sweet potatoes and toss to coat
If using, sprinkle marshmallows on top and broil until golden and bubbly
Notes
Adjust cinnamon and salt to taste
For richer flavor, use dark brown sugar
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Reheat in oven at 350°F for best texture
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Side Dishes
- Method: Stovetop and Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg