Description
Scalloped Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar is the quintessential autumn side dish, blending sweet and savory flavors in a creamy, indulgent bake. Each layer of vibrant sweet potatoes is enveloped in a luscious mixture of heavy cream, brown sugar, and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any family gathering, this dish not only elevates your meal but also creates unforgettable moments around the table. Serve it warm to enjoy the delightful aroma and rich taste that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), peeled and sliced into 1/8 inch rounds
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Peel and slice sweet potatoes into even rounds.
- In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, brown sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, salt, and pepper; whisk until well blended.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the sweet potato slices in an overlapping pattern and pour half of the creamy mixture over them.
- Repeat with remaining sweet potatoes and cream mixture. Top with extra butter if desired.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil during the last 15 minutes to allow top to brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg