Slow Cooker Sweet Potatoes
These Slow Cooker Sweet Potatoes are the perfect easy side dish. Thanks to the crockpot, you get perfect creamy, sweet potatoes every time with only a few minutes of prep work. It's a hands-off, foolproof method that you'll love.
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Servings: 6 - 8 servings
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 to 8 medium sweet potatoes about 8 ounces each
Optional Toppings
- butter
- chives
- sour cream
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Wash and scrub clean the sweet potatoes. No need to pat dry. The moisture will help them steam in the slow cooker.
- Prick all over with a fork or paring knife.
- Place the sweet potatoes in the slow cooker. Place them in a single layer across the bottom. If you have more, you can stack them onto a second layer. Do not go more than 2 layers.
- Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours or until potatoes pierce easily with a fork.
- Carefully remove the sweet potatoes from the slow cooker with tongs. Allow them to cool until cool enough to touch. Cut a slit down the middle of the potatoes, then push the two ends together to open them.
- Serve with some butter, chives, salt, and pepper or toppings of your choice.
Notes
If you would like a crispy exterior, you can place the sweet potatoes in the oven and broil them for a few minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 194kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.002g | Sodium: 124mg | Potassium: 762mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 32063IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 1mg