Description
These Southern Candied Sweet Potatoes are tender, caramelized, and coated in a buttery cinnamon-nutmeg syrup. A classic Southern side dish that’s perfect for holiday meals, it’s a must-try recipe for lovers of sweet, comforting flavors. Perfectly sweetened and seasoned, these candied sweet potatoes will be the highlight of your dinner table.
Ingredients
2 cups white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup butter
6 sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Sugar Mixture: In a small bowl, combine white sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
- Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add peeled and sliced sweet potatoes, stirring to coat them in the butter.
- Add the Sugar Mixture: Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the sweet potatoes and stir to coat evenly.
- Simmer and Cook: Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the potatoes become tender with crisp edges.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in vanilla extract, and serve the candied sweet potatoes warm.
Notes
For added texture, consider topping the sweet potatoes with toasted pecans or a drizzle of maple syrup before serving.
To avoid overly mushy sweet potatoes, check for doneness after 45 minutes if you prefer a firmer texture.
This dish can be made ahead and reheated on the stovetop or in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 330 kcal
Keywords: Southern candied sweet potatoes, candied sweet potatoes recipe, sweet potato side dish, holiday side dish, Southern cooking, classic sweet potatoes, buttered sweet potatoes