Southern Candied Sweet Potatoes

Southern Candied Sweet Potatoes

Tender slices of sweet potatoes are slowly cooked in a rich buttery cinnamon glaze, creating a classic Southern side dish that's warm, comforting, and full of homemade flavour.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

• 1 pinch salt

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter

• 6 sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into rounds

• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until the spices are evenly blended.

2. Melt the butter in a large pan or heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.

3. Add the sliced sweet potatoes and gently toss them to coat with the melted butter.

4. Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the sweet potatoes, stirring carefully so every slice is coated.

5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for about 1 hour. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and to coat the potatoes in the rich syrup as it thickens.

6. Continue cooking until the sweet potatoes are tender while still holding their shape, and the syrup has turned into a glossy caramel glaze.

7. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract just before serving.

8. Serve warm and spoon the buttery cinnamon glaze generously over the sweet potatoes.

Helpful Tips

• Cut the sweet potatoes into evenly sized slices for consistent cooking.

• Add a pinch of ground cloves or allspice for extra warm spice flavor.

• Sprinkle chopped pecans or toasted walnuts over the top for a delicious crunchy finish.

• These candied sweet potatoes pair perfectly with roasted turkey, baked ham, fried chicken, or any holiday feast.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 1 hour

Servings: 6

Sweet, buttery, and coated in a rich caramelized glaze, these Southern Candied Sweet Potatoes are a timeless comfort food that's perfect for family dinners and holiday celebrations.