Description

These marshmallow crock pot sweet potatoes are tender, buttery, and sweet with maple and warm spices—finished with gooey melted marshmallows. The easiest holiday side dish that frees up your oven.

Ingredients

– Nonstick spray (for the slow cooker)

– 4 large sweet potatoes (about 2 lb), peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes

– 3/4 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed

– 1/4 cup real maple syrup

– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces

– 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice blend (or 1 tablespoon cinnamon + a pinch of nutmeg)

– 1 teaspoon salt

– 2 cups miniature marshmallows

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Instructions

1. Spray a 6–8 quart slow cooker with nonstick spray. Add the diced sweet potatoes.

2. Add brown sugar, maple syrup, butter, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Stir until evenly coated.

3. Cover and cook on HIGH for about 4 hours, until fork-tender (stir once halfway through if possible).

4. Sprinkle marshmallows over the top during the last 3–5 minutes. Cover until melted, then serve.

Notes

– Cut potatoes into even 1/2-inch cubes for the best texture.

– Add marshmallows at the end so they don’t dissolve.

– Optional topping: chopped toasted pecans.

– Tools: slow cooker, cutting board + knife, large spoon/spatula.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Category: Side Dish
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American