Slow Cooker Sweet Potatoes

Slow Cooker Sweet Potatoes – transform your holiday dinner into a warm and comforting feast with these delicious potatoes. Sweet potatoes, granny smith apples, chicken broth, butter, heavy cream, brown sugar, cinnamon, and pecans. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings, this dish is pure comfort in every bite.

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Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole

Slow cooker sweet potatoes are a taste of pure comfort with a delightful twist. Sweet potatoes and Granny Smith apples slow cooked all day in chicken broth and finished with whipping cream, cinnamon, brown sugar, butter, and pecans. Whether it’s a side dish for your Thanksgiving feast or a weekday indulgence, these crock pot sweet potatoes are a delightful treat that’ll have you savoring every mouthful. It’s the kind of dish that brings warmth and a little sweetness to any occasion. 

How to Make Slow Cooker Sweet Potatoes

This side dish is effortless to make with only a few simple ingredients. Peel and dice sweet potatoes and a Granny Smith apple. Place them in the crockpot and cover them with chicken broth. Cook on LOW heat until fork tender. Drain the liquid from the slow cooker. Add whipping cream, brown sugar, butter, salt, and cinnamon to the crock pot. Beat together with a handheld electric mixer on medium speed. Transfer the potato mixture to a serving bowl and sprinkle chopped pecans over the potatoes. Garnish with fresh herbs. 

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

  • You can mix the potatoes directly in the slow cooker or in a large bowl.
  • Variations/Additions:
  • Can you cook yams the same way as sweet potatoes? Absolutely! Yams can be cooked in a slow cooker using the same method as sweet potatoes. Simply peel and dice the yams, place them in the crockpot with the other ingredients, and cook on low heat until tender. The result will be a delicious and comforting dish just like the sweet potato casserole. Enjoy!
  • Can I make sweet potatoes ahead of time? Yes! Cool the potatoes and transfer to a bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and store in the fridge until ready to serve.
    • Reheat in the microwave.
  • Can I freeze sweet potatoes? Yes! Cool the potatoes to room temperature and store in a freezer-safe dish. Store in the freezer for up to 4 months.
    • Thaw and reheat in the microwave or cover with aluminum foil and bake in the oven.
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What to Serve with Crockpot Sweet Potatoes

These sweet potatoes make a perfect pairing with roasted or grilled meats like pork tenderloin or roasted chicken. The contrast between the savory protein and the sweet, buttery potatoes is a true taste sensation. For a well-rounded meal, consider adding some green beans or roasted asparagus, which provide a refreshing contrast to the sweetness. Additionally, a crisp and fresh garden salad with a light vinaigrette can balance the richness of the sweet potatoes. And you can’t go wrong serving this dish alongside your Thanksgiving turkey or holiday ham. The possibilities are endless, but one thing’s for sure – with slow cooker sweet potatoes at the center of your plate, your meal is sure to be a hit with the whole family!

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Slow Cooker Sweet Potatoes

Yield: 8 people
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Slow Cooker Sweet Potatoes – transform your holiday dinner into a warm and comforting feast with these delicious potatoes. Sweet potatoes, granny smith apples, chicken broth, butter, heavy cream, brown sugar, cinnamon, and pecans. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings, this dish is pure comfort in every bite.

Ingredients:

  • 4 large sweet potatoes peel and cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 large Granny Smith apple peel and chopped
  • 1 (14-oz) can chicken broth
  • ½ cup whipping cream
  • ¼ cup firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¾ cup chopped toasted pecans

Instructions:

  • Place sweet potatoes, apple and chicken broth in 6qt slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours.
  • Drain potatoes and apple. Return to slow cooker.
  • Add whipping cream, brown sugar, butter, salt and cinnamon. Beat at medium speed with an electric handheld mixer until smooth and blended. Stir in pecan.

Notes:

  • You can mix the potatoes directly in the slow cooker or in a large bowl.
  • Variations/Additions:
  • Can you cook yams the same way as sweet potatoes? Absolutely! Yams can be cooked in a slow cooker using the same method as sweet potatoes. Simply peel and dice the yams, place them in the crockpot with the other ingredients, and cook on low heat until tender. The result will be a delicious and comforting dish just like the sweet potato casserole. Enjoy!
  • Can I make sweet potatoes ahead of time? Yes! Cool the potatoes and transfer to a bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and store in the fridge until ready to serve.
    • Reheat in the microwave.
  • Can I freeze sweet potatoes? Yes! Cool the potatoes to room temperature and store in a freezer-safe dish. Store in the freezer for up to 4 months.
    • Thaw and reheat in the microwave or covered with aluminum foil in the oven.

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    1. You can certainly make this anyway you choose! Most mashed potato recipes have milk or cream and butter in them.

  1. Okay, here's a tip to make sure sweet potatoes are perfect every time. When you are using the hand-held mixer, pull it out several times and rinse the strings from the beaters. You won't lose much sweet potato but they will be super creamy with no strings!

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