Baked Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar Pecan Butter

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Baked Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar Pecan Butter—a dish that’s as easy to make as it is irresistibly delicious. Perfectly roasted sweet potatoes, with their naturally caramelized sweetness, are taken to the next level with a velvety topping of brown sugar-infused butter, crunchy toasted pecans, and a hint of warming cinnamon. This recipe brings together a delightful medley of textures and flavors, making it an ideal side dish for holiday feasts or a simple yet satisfying vegetarian main course. With just 10 minutes of prep and easy-to-follow steps, these baked sweet potatoes offer a perfect balance of wholesome ingredients and indulgent taste, ready to impress your dinner table in just over an hour.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Sweet potatoes
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 0.33 cup Pecans
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 2

Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean towel. Use a fork to pierce each potato several times to allow steam to escape during baking.

Step 3

Place the sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until they are easily pierced with a fork and cooked through.

Step 4

While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the brown sugar pecan butter. In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the pecans for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and slightly golden. Remove from heat and let them cool, then roughly chop them.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, toasted pecans, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Mix until well combined. Set aside at room temperature.

Step 6

Once the sweet potatoes are done baking, carefully remove them from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes.

Step 7

Slice each sweet potato lengthwise down the center to open them up, being careful not to cut all the way through the bottom.

Step 8

Spread a generous spoonful of the brown sugar pecan butter into the center of each sweet potato. The heat from the potatoes will melt the butter and infuse the flavors.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a comforting side dish or a light vegetarian main course. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(847.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1392.4

Total Fat 71.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g
Cholesterol 124mg	0%
Sodium 1004.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 186.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.1g	0%
Total Sugars 69.0g
Protein 14.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 287.7mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 198.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.5%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 51.5%