Description
Loaded with crispy edges and caramelized sweet potato centers, this candied sweet potato casserole is a delicious side dish we can’t get enough of.
Ingredients
4 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced)
2 tbsp melted butter (28 g)
3 tbsp cubed butter (42 g)
1/4 cup packed brown sugar (55 g)
Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Your Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2: Slice the Sweet Potatoes
- Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them thinly (about 1/4 inch). Aim for uniform slices for even cooking.
Step 3: Arrange Sweet Potatoes in Casserole Dish
- Place the sweet potato slices in a single layer in a casserole dish, overlapping slightly like shingles.
Step 4: Add Melted Butter
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the sweet potatoes.
Step 5: Sweeten the Potatoes
- Sprinkle the brown sugar over the sweet potatoes, making sure to work some of the sugar between the slices for added flavor.
Step 6: Add Cubed Butter
- Dot the casserole with cubed butter, spreading the pieces evenly across the top.
Step 7: Bake the Casserole
- Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are tender.
Step 8: Broil for Crispness
- Remove the foil and increase the oven temperature to 475°F (245°C) or switch to a broil setting.
- Broil for an additional 10–15 minutes, until the top is caramelized and slightly crispy.
Step 9: Serve and Enjoy
- Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Pair it with your favorite protein for a comforting side dish.
Notes
Adjust the Sweetness: If you prefer a less sweet casserole, reduce the amount of brown sugar slightly.
Butter Substitutes: For a dairy-free option, substitute the butter with a plant-based alternative.
Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain the crisp topping.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 60 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Oven Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 248
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 38mg