Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole
Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole is a heartwarming dish that marries creamy sweet potatoes with warm spices, creating a comforting side perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. With its rich flavors and textures, this easy recipe requires minimal prep time, allowing you to enjoy quality moments with loved ones while it cooks to perfection in your slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 10 1x
- Category: Side Dish/Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into uniform cubes.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced sweet potatoes, brown sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Stir until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to your slow cooker and sprinkle with chopped pecans if desired.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until tender.
- For a creamier texture, mash gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg