Melting Sweet Potatoes
Melting Sweet Potatoes are a comforting and delicious side dish that brings warmth to any meal. With their rich sweetness and buttery texture, these sweet potatoes are baked to perfection, turning tender and caramelized. This simple yet elegant recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, making it a go-to favorite for all occasions. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this delightful dish that combines ease of preparation with spectacular taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Arrange sweet potato slices in the dish.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter, then stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt until combined.
- Drizzle the mixture over the sweet potatoes and toss until evenly coated.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes; remove the foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving; enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added sweetness, consider drizzling maple syrup or honey over the sweet potatoes before baking. - Enhance flavors by mixing in fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme. - Top with toasted pecans for a crunchy contrast.