Description
Sweet potato magic happens when Crockpot Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows grace holiday tables with creamy, caramelized goodness. Comfort meets indulgence in this simple side dish that welcomes everyone to savor warm, gooey southern-style comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large sweet potatoes, about 2 lbs (907 grams), peeled and diced into 1/2 inch cubes
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Sweeteners:
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, sliced into pieces
Instructions
- Coat the interior of a spacious slow cooker with a non-stick culinary spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Carefully layer cubed sweet potatoes into the crockpot, creating an even base for the dish.
- Drizzle brown sugar and maple syrup over the sweet potatoes, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the vegetable pieces.
- Gently dot the surface with softened butter, allowing it to melt and distribute rich, creamy flavor throughout the mixture.
- Sprinkle pumpkin pie spice and a pinch of salt across the potatoes, gently tossing to create a uniform seasoning blend.
- Secure the crockpot lid and configure the appliance to high temperature, allowing the sweet potatoes to simmer and tenderize for approximately 4 hours.
- After cooking time concludes, verify potato tenderness by piercing with a fork; the vegetable should yield easily.
- Optional: Drain excess liquid accumulated during cooking, or retain for additional moisture and flavor when serving.
- Moments before presentation, generously scatter mini marshmallows across the potato surface in an even layer.
- Replace the lid and allow marshmallows to melt and turn golden for 3-5 minutes, creating a caramelized topping.
- Transfer immediately to serving dishes, ensuring each portion receives a delectable marshmallow crown.
Notes
- Test marshmallow placement carefully to prevent burning by keeping them away from direct slow cooker walls.
- Adjust sweetness levels by reducing maple syrup or brown sugar for diabetic-friendly options.
- Consider using alternative toppings like chopped nuts or coconut flakes for different texture and flavor profiles.
- Drain excess liquid if you prefer thicker, less saucy sweet potatoes for a more concentrated sweet potato experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 318
- Sugar: 37 g
- Sodium: 212 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 31 mg