Dutch Oven Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Do you love soft, sweet and flavorful sweet potatoes? Then this Dutch Oven Sweet Potatoes Recipe is perfect for you.
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey optional for sweetness
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley or rosemary for garnish optional
Optional toppings:
- Maple syrup
- Toasted pecans
- Marshmallows for holiday style
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Set oven to 375°F (190°C) and let it heat fully for even cooking.
Prepare Sweet Potatoes
- Peel and cut sweet potatoes into even chunks. This helps them cook evenly.
Season the Potatoes
- Place sweet potatoes in the Dutch oven. Drizzle olive oil or melted butter on top.
Add Sweeteners and Spices
- Sprinkle brown sugar or honey, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until coated.
Cover and Cook
- Put the lid on the Dutch oven. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes.
Stir the Potatoes
- Remove lid carefully. Stir potatoes gently to coat them again in spices and oil.
Continue Baking
- Cover again and bake for another 15 minutes. Potatoes should be tender when pierced with a fork.
Optional Broil for Crispiness
- Remove the lid and broil for 2–3 minutes if you want a slightly crispy top. Watch carefully.
Garnish Before Serving
- Sprinkle fresh parsley, rosemary, or toasted nuts on top for added flavor.
Serve Warm
- Scoop sweet potatoes onto plates and serve immediately as a healthy and delicious side.
Notes
- Cut sweet potatoes into similar sizes for even cooking.
- Stir halfway through baking for even coating and flavor.
- Use honey or brown sugar for natural sweetness.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth in flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days.