Crock Pot Orange Spiced Sweet Potatoes

Transform your holiday table with the irresistible flavors of Crock Pot Orange Spiced Sweet Potatoes—a fuss-free, slow-cooked side dish that’s bursting with warmth and citrusy sweetness. Tender sweet potato cubes are simmered in a luscious blend of fresh orange juice, brown sugar, and aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. A hint of orange zest adds a vibrant pop, while optional additions like chopped pecans or gooey marshmallows take this dish to the next level. With minimal prep and the convenience of a crock pot, this recipe delivers both comforting flavor and stress-free cooking, making it perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve these glazed sweet potatoes warm and watch them steal the show! Keywords: Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes, Orange Spiced Sweet Potatoes, Slow Cooker Side Dish, Holiday Recipes, Easy Sweet Potato Recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium sweet potatoes
• 1 cup orange juice
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 0.25 cup chopped pecans (optional)
• 1 cup marshmallows (optional for topping)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the orange juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Place the sweet potato cubes in the crock pot.

Step 4

Pour the orange juice mixture over the sweet potatoes, making sure they are evenly coated.

Step 5

Add the butter, cutting it into small pieces, and distribute over the sweet potatoes.

Step 6

Sprinkle the orange zest over the mixture for added flavor.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Optional: During the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle chopped pecans over the sweet potatoes for added crunch, or top with marshmallows for a sweet finish.

Step 9

Once cooked, stir gently to coat the sweet potatoes in the sauce. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1174.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2227.9

Total Fat 69.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 124mg	0%
Sodium 1076.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 397.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.5g	0%
Total Sugars 251.9g
Protein 17.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 302.4mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 723.1mg	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: 27.3%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 69.5%