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Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

Delicious Scalloped Sweet Potatoes for Cozy Holiday Feasts

A delicious scalloped sweet potatoes recipe perfect for holiday feasts with layers of sweet potatoes and a rich sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Sweet Potato Layer
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Peeled and sliced into thin medallions
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Richness is key; adjust if using salted butter.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugar for a rich sauce.
Flavorful Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Water Essential for the sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Enhances the overall flavor profile.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cloves Adjust preference for spice.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Bring warmth and earthiness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Use sparingly if using salted butter.
Tasty Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans Can substitute walnuts.
  • 1 cup Mini Marshmallows For a sweet, gooey topping.

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • medium saucepan
  • Mandoline Slicer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Gather ingredients and baking dish.
  2. Peel and slice the sweet potatoes into thin medallions. Arrange slices in a baking dish.
  3. In a saucepan, combine butter, brown sugar, and water. Add spices and salt. Heat until melted and smooth (about 5 minutes).
  4. Brush three-quarters of the sauce over the sweet potato slices. Set aside the remaining sauce.
  5. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45-50 minutes until tender.
  6. Remove foil, drizzle remaining sauce, and sprinkle with pecans and marshmallows.
  7. Switch to broil for 1-2 minutes to toast marshmallows. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  8. Cool for about 10 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use a mandoline slicer for uniform potato slices to ensure consistent cooking. Prepare ahead by slicing potatoes and storing in water overnight.

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