Description
Crockpot Sweet Potatoes With Marshmallows is an effortless, crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for holidays or cozy dinners. With sweet potatoes, brown sugar, maple syrup, and a gooey marshmallow topping, this comforting recipe is a guaranteed hit.
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup butter, sliced into pieces
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon with a pinch of nutmeg)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Spray an 8-quart slow cooker with non-stick spray.
- Add the diced sweet potatoes to the slow cooker. Sprinkle with brown sugar, drizzle with maple syrup, add butter slices, and season with pumpkin pie spice and salt. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on high for 4 hours, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Five minutes before serving, remove the lid and spread mini marshmallows evenly over the top. Replace the lid and allow the marshmallows to melt for 3–5 minutes.
- Serve warm with extra sauce drizzled on top if desired.
Notes
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts for a nutty twist.
- Use dairy-free butter and vegan marshmallows for a plant-based option.
- Reduce sweetness by adjusting the amount of brown sugar and maple syrup.
- For a toasted marshmallow finish, broil the dish in the oven for 1–2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
