Candied Sweet Potatoes with Orange Juice

Candied Sweet Potatoes with Orange Juice
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    55 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    18

Transform ordinary sweet potatoes into a glistening, citrus-infused delicacy. This recipe, perfected over decades, yields tender, caramelized sweet potatoes bathed in a rich, orange-kissed syrup – a guaranteed holiday favorite.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    42 g
  • Cholesterol
    20 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    166 mg
  • Sugar
    23 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: (5 minutes) Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut sweet potatoes into 1-inch thick rounds or half-moons for even cooking.

02

Step

Create the Orange-Caramel Syrup: (5 minutes) In a large, oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, combine the brown sugar, butter, orange juice, salt, and cloves. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved. Bring to a simmer.

03

Step

Candy the Sweet Potatoes: (30-40 minutes) Arrange the sweet potato pieces in a single layer within the syrup. If using, sprinkle orange zest over the potatoes. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the syrup has thickened into a rich, glossy caramel, basting the potatoes with the syrup every 10 minutes.

04

Step

Rest and Serve: (5 minutes) Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Discard the cloves before serving. Serve hot, spooning the extra syrup over the sweet potatoes.

Olga Smitham

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 6 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Naomi Nienow

    I've made candied sweet potatoes for years, but this recipe is the best I've ever tried. The syrup is divine!

  • Leila Walker

    This recipe is a revelation! The orange zest really elevates the flavor. My family devoured it!

  • Yazmin Leuschke

    Easy to follow and absolutely delicious. I added a pinch of cinnamon for a little extra warmth.

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