Sweet Potatoes with Applesauce Crock Pot
Transform your cold-weather meals with this irresistibly comforting Sweet Potatoes with Applesauce Crock Pot recipe. Perfectly tender sweet potatoes are slow-cooked and bathed in a warm, spiced applesauce glaze made with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of brown sugar for a natural sweetness that bursts with fall flavors. This effortless recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep, letting your crock pot handle the rest for a hands-off side dish that's perfect for holiday spreads or cozy weeknight dinners. Topped with a hint of butter for richness and served warm, this dish is a flavorful, wholesome way to elevate any meal. Ideal for anyone seeking an easy, slow cooker twist on a classic sweet potato dish!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 2 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
Directions
Step 1
Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into 1-inch thick rounds.
Step 2
Spray the inside of the crock pot with non-stick cooking spray or lightly grease it with butter.
Step 3
Place the sliced sweet potatoes into the crock pot in an even layer.
Step 4
In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the applesauce, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
Step 5
Pour the applesauce mixture over the sweet potatoes, spreading it evenly so all the slices are covered.
Step 6
Dot the top with the butter, evenly distributing it across the dish.
Step 7
Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low heat for 4 hours or until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
Step 8
Stir gently before serving to ensure the applesauce mixture coats all the sweet potatoes.
Step 9
Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1061.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 940.6 |
| Total Fat 24.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g | |
| Cholesterol 65.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1038.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 181.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 87.2g | |
| Protein 9.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 4.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 224.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 407.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories