Stove Top Candied Sweet Potatoes is a fast and simple way to make a classic sweet potatoes favorite in no time flat. Finish them off in the oven with marshmallows for a fast sweet potato casserole or eat them from the pot as-is!
Recipe: $7.39 | Per Serving: $0.92 | Servings: 8
I've been making my candied sweet potatoes (and yams) this way for years. Swapping yams for sweet potatoes whenever one is cheaper or more convenient, and the dish turns out great every time.
Adding a little clove to the pot brings an earthy spice that pairs well with the buttery sweetness of the sweet potatoes. Every bite is delicious, but I can't resist topping it with marshmallows for that extra touch of indulgence!
My favorite parts about this recipe are its simplicity, easy prep, and quick cooking time. You can also adjust the sugar content as needed!
These sweet potatoes are perfect for any time of year but are especially popular around Thanksgiving. Serve them alongside Honey Orange Glazed Ham, Cajun Turkey Breast, and veggies like Roasted Frozen Green Beans for a delicious feast.
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🍯 Why This Recipe Works
- They're quick to make. This stove top sweet potato recipe is easy to make and incredibly fast too, perfect for hectic holiday feasts.
- No oven is needed. During the holidays, it's hard to schedule the oven around everything that needs to be baked, so having stove top recipes is great for time management and reduced stress. While adding marshmallows and broiling the dish is nice, it's totally optional.
- Simple ingredients. We don't need much to make this tasty side dish. In fact, we only need 4 ingredients. Any necessary shopping would be minimal.
🥘 Ingredients
Ingredient Notes:
Sweet potatoes- You will need some fresh sweet potatoes that have been washed, peeled, and diced into smaller pieces. If you have leftover sweet potatoes try our Leftover Mashed Sweet Potato Muffins.
Granulated sugar- Adding white sugar will give us a sweeter taste and a nice caramelized flavor throughout the homemade syrup.
For specific ingredients and measurements, please see the recipe card below.
🔪 Instructions for Stove Top Candied Sweet Potatoes
Step 1: Combine all of the ingredients together in a large pot over medium heat and bring to a boil. Stir occasionally.
Step 2: Let the pot simmer for 15 minutes until the potatoes are soft.
Step 3: Mash or serve as-is or do the following for a finishing step.
Step 4: Place candied sweet potatoes in a casserole dish and then top with mini marshmallows.
Step 5: Set oven broil to high and broil casserole for 1 minute until the marshmallows are toasty.
Serve warm!
🍴 Recipe Tips
- Adjusting Sweetness- For a less sweet stovetop sweet potatoes side dish, consider reducing the sugar by up to half. During cooking, the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes will also enhance the flavor.
- Optional Finishing Touch- While the recipe includes a finishing touch of toasting marshmallows in the oven, you can skip this step and enjoy the dish straight from the pot. However, the toasted marshmallows add a delightful touch reminiscent of Easy Smore's Pie.
- Sweet Potatoes vs. Yams- Whether you use sweet potatoes or yams, there's no difference in the end results. This recipe works well with either variety.
💭 Recipe FAQs
Leftovers can be held in a covered container in the fridge for 3-5 days. Reheat before eating to best enjoy them warm!
Yes, you can customize the flavors by using spices like allspice, ginger, or cloves, and adding ingredients like pecans or marshmallows for extra texture and taste.
Yes, you can make Stove-Top Candied Sweet Potatoes ahead of time and reheat them in the microwave or on the stove for convenience.
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📖 Recipe
Stove Top Candied Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
- 6 cups sweet potatoes (about 5-6 medium sized) ($6.00)
- ½ cup butter (one stick) ($0.99)
- 1 cup granulated sugar ($0.36)
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves ($0.04)
Optional
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Peel and dice your sweet potatoes into .5" cubes.
- In a large pot (or 12 inch cast iron skillet), combine all of the ingredients over medium heat. Let the butter melt and then stir everything together.
- Bring mixture to a boil and let simmer for 15 minutes uncovered until potatoes are soft. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Serve as is or place into a casserole dish and top with mini marshmallows. Broil for 1 minute until the marshmallows are toasty.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- You can reduce the sugar by up to half for a less sweet side dish.
- For less of a syrup you can also reduce the butter by half.
- You can eat your sweet potatoes from the pot or place them into a casserole dish and top with marshmallows. Broil on High for 1 minute to toast and then serve. If using a cast iron skillet or oven safe pot, you can just skip the casserole dish part.
- Yams and sweet potatoes are interchangeable in this recipe.
- Leftovers can be kept stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days. Reheat before serving.
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