Description
This Crockpot Sweet Potato Casserole is the perfect comforting side dish made easy in your slow cooker. Sweet potatoes are cooked slowly with a rich and sweet syrup infused with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. Topped with mini marshmallows, this dish delivers a deliciously creamy, tender texture with a gooey, toasted marshmallow finish. Ideal for holiday dinners or cozy weeknight meals.
Ingredients
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Syrup Mixture
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup salted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Main Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes (peeled and sliced, about 4 pounds)
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Prepare Crockpot: Grease the inside of a 6-quart or larger crockpot with butter or nonstick spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Melt Syrup Mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the maple syrup, brown sugar, and salted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the butter is fully melted and the sugar is dissolved.
- Add Spices and Flavorings: Stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt into the melted syrup mixture until well combined.
- Layer Sweet Potatoes: Place the peeled and sliced sweet potatoes evenly into the crockpot. Pour the syrup mixture over the sweet potatoes to coat them thoroughly.
- Cook Sweet Potatoes: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. Stir the mixture every 30 minutes to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking until the sweet potatoes are fork tender.
- Add Marshmallows: Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, evenly sprinkle the mini marshmallows on top. Optionally, use a mini blow torch to brûlée the marshmallows until golden and toasted.
- Serve: Scoop portions of the casserole and serve hot as a sweet and satisfying side dish.
Notes
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey or corn syrup if preferred.
- For a richer flavor, use unsalted butter and adjust the salt accordingly.
- Stirring every 30 minutes helps prevent the sweet potatoes from sticking or burning on the edges.
- The marshmallow brûlée is optional but adds a delightful texture and flavor contrast.
- Cooking time may vary slightly depending on your crockpot model and sweet potato thickness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: sweet potato casserole, crockpot sweet potatoes, slow cooker side dish, holiday sweet potatoes, marshmallow sweet potatoes
