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Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe

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This classic Candied Sweet Potatoes recipe features tender boiled sweet potatoes baked in a rich, buttery brown sugar glaze with warm spices and a hint of orange juice. Perfect as a comforting side dish for holiday meals or cozy dinners any time of the year.

Ingredients

Scale

Sweet Potatoes

  • 6 medium-size sweet potatoes

Glaze and Seasoning

  • 4 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar, divided
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher salt, divided
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, divided
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger, divided
  • 3 tablespoons orange juice

Instructions

  1. Boil and prepare the sweet potatoes: Place 6 medium sweet potatoes, unpeeled, into a 3-quart saucepan and cover them with about 2 inches of water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then cook for 30 to 40 minutes, depending on the size of the potatoes, until they are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork. Drain the water, allow the potatoes to cool, peel off the skins, and slice into ¼-inch thick slices.
  2. Preheat the oven: Set your oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the sweet potatoes.
  3. Layer the casserole: Butter a large baking dish generously. Arrange the sweet potato slices in two overlapping layers. After layering the first set of slices, sprinkle with half of the butter (2 tablespoons), half of the brown sugar (½ cup), half of the Kosher salt (¼ teaspoon), half of the ground nutmeg (¼ teaspoon), and half of the ground ginger (¼ teaspoon). Repeat the layering and seasoning with the remaining ingredients. Finally, drizzle the 3 tablespoons of orange juice evenly over the top.
  4. Bake the sweet potatoes: Place the baking dish uncovered in the preheated oven. Bake for about 30 minutes, occasionally basting the potatoes with the melted glaze from the pan to maintain moisture and enhance flavor. Bake until the sweet potatoes are tender, the glaze is bubbly, and the top is nicely caramelized.

Notes

  • For easier peeling, allow the boiled sweet potatoes to cool slightly before handling.
  • You can use fresh grated nutmeg if preferred for a brighter spice flavor.
  • Basting occasionally helps create a glossy finish and prevents drying.
  • This dish can be prepared a day ahead and reheated before serving.
  • Substitute orange juice with pineapple juice for a different citrus note.

Keywords: Candied Sweet Potatoes, Sweet Potato Casserole, Holiday Sides, Brown Sugar Sweet Potatoes, Baked Sweet Potatoes

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