Go Back
–+ servings
candied sweet potatoes in a glass dish.

Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 654kcal
Author: Becky Hardin
These super easy, 3-ingredient candied sweet potatoes are baked in a buttery glaze, making the most delicious side dish.
Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.
Print Recipe

Equipment

  • 2-Quart Baking Dish

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds sweet potatoes scrubbed
  • ½ cup salted butter (1 stick)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • Pinch kosher salt or flaked sea salt

Instructions

  • Boil sweet potatoes until fork-tender, 30-45 minutes depending upon their size. Drain and set aside until cool to the touch.
    3 pounds sweet potatoes
  • Preheat oven to 450°F and spray a 2-quart baking dish with nonstick spray. Peel the potatoes and cut into ½-inch thick slices. Place potato slices in one layer in the dish, slightly overlapping slices. Set aside.
    Sliced sweet potatoes in a glass baking dish.
  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan then add sugar and salt. Whisk until ingredients are incorporated and smooth. Pour evenly over the potatoes.
    ½ cup salted butter, 1 cup powdered sugar, Pinch kosher salt
    stirring melted butter
  • Bake at 450°F for 25-30 minutes (they should be fully glazed and still shiny).
    candied sweet potatoes in a baking dish.

Video

Notes

Storage: Store candied sweet potatoes in an airtight container for 5 days in the fridge, or 3 months in the freezer.

Nutrition

Calories: 654kcal | Carbohydrates: 80g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 508mg | Potassium: 1572mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 49270IU | Vitamin C: 10.9mg | Calcium: 401mg | Iron: 2.2mg