Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes are the best way to bake sweet potatoes and are such a tasty and healthy side dish. Following these simple instructions, you can prepare whole sweet potato in the slow cooker with minimal prep work!
Love sweet potatoes? Also try my Classic Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows, 4 Ingredient Simple Roasted Sweet Potatoes, and 3 Ingredient Everything Bagel Sweet Potato Chips.
Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes recipe
This Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes recipe is legit the easiest and tastiest way to cook whole sweet potatoes. If you've been wondering if you can bake sweet potatoes in the crock pot whole? The answer is YES and I'll break down how to do it here.
If you've ever struggled with getting baked sweet potatoes just right in the oven, this is your new favorite full-proof way to make them. This no-fuss way to bake sweet potatoes comes out tender and perfect every time without messing with turning on the oven and keeping it hot. This recipe one ingredient recipe is a healthy side dish without any trouble.
These Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes work in so many situations. They are great for a weeknight side dish because they are so darn simple, but served with the right toppings you can easily elevate the dish for a holiday meal like Thanksgiving or Christmas. You can eat the potatoes plain or top it with any of your favorite toppings sweet or savory, like butter and salt or brown sugar and butter. Any way you prepare it you are likely to use this quick life hack to prepare baked sweet potatoes again and again.
If you love making recipes in the crock pot as much as I do, check out my Crock Pot Meals page with over 40 tasty and unique things to make in the slow cooker!
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Why You'll Love this Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes Recipe...
- Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes are a one-ingredient recipe where gorgeous sweet potatoes shine.
- Sweet Potatoes are a nutritional powerhouse filled with fiber, vitamins A, vitamins C, and antioxidants.
- You can set this and forget it all day.
- The house smells amazing while they "bake."
- This recipe works for everything from a basic weeknight dinner to a holiday table including Thanksgiving or Christmas.
- If you need to conserve oven space for a big holiday meal, this is a great way to cook sweet potatoes.
- You can make as many sweet potatoes as you'd like, including stacking them to fill the slow cooker, as long as the cover still closes.
- You can top these and make this dish sweet or savory.
Ingredients:
Here's an overview of what you'll need to make this Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes recipe, but keep scrolling for the full recipe amounts.
- Sweet Potatoes: You'll need whole sweet potatoes that are round for baking. This recipe calls for four, but you can make as many as 6-8 as long as your crock pot will hold it and still close the lid. If you have two layers, it will take a little longer to cook. To prep the sweet potatoes you just wash them well but there is no need to poke holes in them or use aluminum foil.
Toppings:
- Butter
- Salt
- Pepper
- Brown Sugar
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Pecans
- Walnuts
- Mini Marshmallows
- Chives
- Fresh Herbs - parsley, thyme, cilantro, or oregano.
- Bacon
- Pumpkin Pie Spice
- Chili Seasoning
- Taco Spice Mix
- Herbs de Provence
- Vegetarian Chili
You can also use the baked sweet potatoes to make my Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes, Healthy Honey Masked Potatoes, or Classic Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows.
Instructions:
This is an overview of the instructions to make this Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes recipe, but the full detailed printable recipe is below in the recipe card.
- Wash and dry the crockpot sweet potatoes. Use a scrub brush if they have any dirt on them.
- Place the sweet potatoes in the slow cooker. You do not need to prick them, use foil or add water. I like this crock pot.
- Cover and cook the sweet potatoes on low for 8 hours until tender. Cooking times can vary slightly due to the size difference of sweet potatoes and how different crock pots heat at different temperatures. The sweet potatoes are done when a knife easily pokes through them or when they are fork-tender.
- Remove the sweet potatoes, slice, mash, add or sprinkle toppings and enjoy!
Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes Variations
I love this Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes recipe as written, but here are some fun variations.
- Make Baked Potatoes: You can also make regular potatoes in the slow cooker too!
- Make them Faster: For the best results, I do recommend cooking these Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes on low, however, if you are short on time you can do high for 3-4 hours BUT you will need to add about a ¼ inch of water to the bottom of your slow cooker to keep them from sticking. They do better on low.
FAQ
Storage & Leftovers
While Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes best enjoyed fresh, you can store any leftover potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. Reheat leftovers in a 350-degree oven for about 10 minutes. You can make these ahead for meal prep.
Freezing
You can freeze the baked sweet potatoes by wrapping them individually in foil. Put them in a freezer-safe container and they will keep for up to three months. Thaw completely before trying to reheat.
Can you put raw potatoes in a slow cooker?
Yes, raw potatoes including raw sweet potatoes cook wonderfully in a slow cooker.
How long does it take for potatoes to get soft in crock pot?
It takes whole sweet potatoes about 7-8 hours on low to get soft. If you have less time, you can put it on high but do add a small amount of water to the crock pot to keep it from burning.
Is it best to soak sweet potatoes before roasting?
While some recipes call for soaking sweet potatoes before cooking, I've determined that it doesn't make a big difference in the outcome of the recipe. I just wash my potatoes well and then cook.
These Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes are so EASY!
You are going to love how simple and easy it is to make these Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes. I love how versatile and simple this is and how it keeps you from having your oven on for hours to prepare cooked sweet potato.
We love eating these alongside our favorite fish or shrimp for a weeknight meal, but here are some other ideas to round out your meal. The possibilities are endless with these slow cooker sweet potatoes!
Make it a Meal:
- Blackened Swordfish
- Rosemary Baked Salmon
- Healthy Broiled Crab Cakes
- Cajun Shrimp
- Blackened Shrimp
- Vegetarian Thanksgiving Stuffing
- Cheesy Green Bean Casserole
- Portobello Mushroom Steak
- 3 Cheese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
- Roasted Chicken or Turkey
Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes- the EASY way to bake sweet potato without fuss! Share on X
More Sweet Potato Recipes to Try:
- Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Brussels Sprouts
- Grilled Sweet Potato Wedges
- Baked Curly Sweet Potato Fries
- Everything Bagel Baked Sweet Potato Chips
- Simple Roasted Sweet Potatoes
- Maple Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes
- Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows
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Crock Pot Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
Instructions
- Wash and dry the sweet potatoes.
- Place the sweet potatoes in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook the sweet potatoes on low for 8 hours until tender. The sweet potatoes are done when a knife easily pokes through them.
- Remove the sweet potatoes, slice, add toppings and enjoy!
Notes
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