This 3-ingredient slow cooker candied sweets recipe is the kind of low-effort, high-reward dessert that feels almost too easy. You literally toss fresh peeled whole sweet potatoes into the slow cooker, sprinkle on brown sugar, dot with butter, and let the magic happen while you go live your life. A few hours later, you have tender, caramel-y sweet potatoes swimming in a glossy syrup that tastes like the best part of sweet potato casserole—without turning on the oven.
Sweet potatoes, brown sugar, and butter laid out on a kitchen counter
Sweet potatoes, brown sugar, and butter laid out on a kitchen counter
It’s perfect for busy weekends, holiday dinners, or any night you want something cozy and a little decadent without a lot of dishes.
Serve these candied sweet potatoes straight from the slow cooker with plenty of the syrup spooned over the top. They’re amazing alongside roast chicken, pork chops, or a simple baked ham, but they also double as a dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Candied sweet potatoes served with glossy syrup in the slow cooker
Candied sweet potatoes served with glossy syrup in the slow cooker
For brunch, tuck them next to scrambled eggs and bacon for a sweet-and-savory spread. If you have leftovers, slice them up and rewarm with extra sauce to spoon over oatmeal, yogurt, or pancakes the next morning.
3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Candied Sweets
Servings: 6
Ingredients
3 pounds fresh sweet potatoes, peeled and left whole (small to medium size works best)
1 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
Directions
Peel the sweet potatoes and leave them whole. If any are very large, you can trim the ends or cut them in half crosswise so they fit in the slow cooker, but aim to keep them as large, intact pieces.
