Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors with this mouthwatering Instant Pot Candied Sweet Potatoes recipe. Made with tender sweet potatoes, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a hint of nutmeg, this side dish is a holiday favorite. The Instant Pot makes it quick and convenient, saving you time and effort in the kitchen. Serve these candied sweet potatoes alongside your favorite main course and watch them disappear from the plate. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion!
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup water
Directions
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut them into 1-inch thick slices.
- Press the 'Saute' button on your Instant Pot. Add the melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the pot. Stir until well combined.
- Add the sweet potato slices to the pot and toss them in the butter mixture to coat them evenly.
- Pour the water into the Instant Pot.
- Secure the lid and make sure the pressure valve is set to 'Sealing'.
- Press the 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' button and set the cooking time to 10 minutes on high pressure.
- Once the cooking time is over, allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes. Then, carefully quick release the remaining pressure.
- Open the lid and use a slotted spoon to transfer the candied sweet potatoes to a serving dish.
- If desired, you can pour the remaining liquid from the Instant Pot into a small saucepan. Heat it over medium-high heat until it thickens into a syrupy consistency. Drizzle this syrup over the candied sweet potatoes for extra flavor.
- Serve the Instant Pot candied sweet potatoes hot and enjoy!
