Description
This Crockpot Sweet Potato Casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make side dish featuring tender sweet potatoes coated in a spiced brown sugar butter mixture, slow-cooked to perfection, then topped with gooey mini marshmallows and crunchy pecans. Ideal for holiday meals or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Cooking spray (as needed)
- 4 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped into medium cubes
- 4 tbsp. melted butter
- 2 cups packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg (optional)
- Pinch kosher salt
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup whole pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Spray the slow cooker bowl evenly with cooking spray to prevent sticking, then add the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes into the bowl in an even layer.
- Mix the Flavoring Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter, packed brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, optional nutmeg, and a pinch of kosher salt until fully combined to create a sweet and spiced coating for the sweet potatoes.
- Coat the Sweet Potatoes: Pour the butter and sugar mixture over the sweet potatoes in the crockpot. Use a spoon or spatula to toss the sweet potatoes gently until they are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Cover the crockpot and cook on high heat for 4 hours. Stir the sweet potatoes every hour to ensure even cooking and coating.
- Add Toppings: After 4 hours, remove the lid and evenly sprinkle the mini marshmallows and whole pecans over the sweet potatoes.
- Final Cooking: Cover the crockpot again and continue cooking on high for about 10 more minutes or until the marshmallows have melted and are slightly golden.
- Serve: Once melted and bubbly, the casserole is ready to be served hot as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- You can omit the nutmeg if you prefer a less spiced flavor.
- Stirring the casserole every hour helps prevent burning and ensures even flavor distribution.
- For a crunchier topping, toast the pecans separately before adding.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently in the microwave or crockpot.