How to Make It Step-by-Step
1. Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them very thinly — about ⅛ inch thick. A mandoline slicer works beautifully for even cuts, but a sharp knife will do the trick too.
2. Mix the Flavor Base
In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. This will be your rich, sweet coating that turns the potatoes into a caramelized dream as they cook.
3. Layer in the Slow Cooker
Lightly grease the bottom of your slow cooker with butter or nonstick spray.
Layer the sweet potato slices evenly, slightly overlapping them like scalloped potatoes. Pour a little of the butter mixture over each layer as you go, ensuring everything is coated.
4. Slow Cook to Perfection
Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for about 2½–3 hours, until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender and glazed with buttery syrup.
Resist the urge to stir too much — the goal is to let the layers gently melt together while keeping their shape.
5. Serve and Enjoy
Spoon the sweet potatoes onto a serving dish, making sure to drizzle that gorgeous caramel-like sauce from the bottom over the top. Serve warm, and watch them disappear!
🥄 Tips for the Best Results
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Slice evenly: Uniform slices ensure even cooking and perfect texture.
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Add a hint of salt: A pinch of salt enhances the sweetness and adds balance.
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For extra richness: Stir in a splash of cream or coconut milk during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
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Make it dessert-style: Add a handful of mini marshmallows on top for the last 10 minutes — they’ll melt and toast slightly.
🍴 Serving Ideas
These slow-cooked sweet potatoes are incredibly versatile. Serve them as:
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A cozy holiday side dish with turkey or ham.
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A weekday dinner companion to roasted chicken, pork, or salmon.
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A healthy dessert alternative with a drizzle of maple syrup or vanilla yogurt.
They’re sweet, soft, and buttery — perfect for any occasion.
❤️ Why You’ll Never Eat Sweet Potatoes Any Other Way
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No oven required: Perfect for busy kitchens or holidays when the oven’s already full.
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Set it and forget it: The slow cooker does all the work while you relax.
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Naturally delicious: Sweet potatoes caramelize beautifully without needing heavy sugar or cream.
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Perfect texture: Soft, buttery layers that practically melt in your mouth.
Once you taste the deep, caramel sweetness and creamy texture of these slow cooker sweet potatoes, you’ll understand why this recipe has become a favorite for so many home cooks.
✨ Final Thoughts
Sometimes the best recipes are the simplest ones — and this 4-ingredient slow cooker sweet potato dish proves it. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, it’s the ultimate comfort food that fits any meal, any season.
So, grab your slow cooker, slice up those sweet potatoes, and let time do the magic. After one bite, you’ll agree — you’ll never eat sweet potatoes any other way again.
