Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole That Practically Makes Itself
Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole is a comforting dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with warm spices and crunchy pecans. This easy-to-make casserole practically cooks itself in your slow cooker, allowing you to enjoy its delightful aroma while you relax. Perfect for holiday gatherings or family dinners, this recipe provides a satisfying blend of flavors and textures that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and chopped
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Peel and chop sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
- In a large bowl, mix sweet potatoes with brown sugar, cinnamon, melted butter, and half of the chopped pecans until well coated.
- Lightly grease the slow cooker and transfer the sweet potato mixture into it.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until tender.
- Mash slightly with a fork or potato masher for desired consistency.
- Top with remaining pecans and drizzle with maple syrup if desired before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg