Crock Pot Maple Glazed Sweet Potatoes

Indulge in the comforting flavors of autumn with Crock Pot Maple Glazed Sweet Potatoes, a melt-in-your-mouth side dish perfect for holiday feasts or cozy weeknight dinners. This easy slow-cooker recipe combines tender sweet potatoes with a luxurious maple glaze, made with real maple syrup, warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of vanilla for a decadent twist. The dish is finished with an optional sprinkle of chopped pecans for added crunch and nutty richness. With just 15 minutes of prep, the crock pot does the rest, slow-cooking the sweet potatoes to tender, caramelized perfection. Whether served alongside a Thanksgiving turkey or as a standout addition to any meal, these maple-glazed sweet potatoes are a must-try for anyone craving sweet, savory, and effortless indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds sweet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups maple syrup
• 0.25 cups brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 cups pecans (optional, chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

Place the sweet potato cubes into the crock pot in an even layer.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.

Step 4

Stir in the maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is dissolved.

Step 5

Pour the maple glaze evenly over the sweet potatoes in the crock pot.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low heat for 4 hours, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.

Step 7

Gently stir the sweet potatoes to coat them in the glaze before serving.

Step 8

Optional: Sprinkle chopped pecans over the top for added crunch and flavor.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy this sweet and savory dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1610.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2332.8

Total Fat 68.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 124mg	0%
Sodium 1367.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 425.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.5g	0%
Total Sugars 204.2g
Protein 24.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 499.1mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 200.1mg	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: 25.6%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 70.5%