Pecan Coconut Sweet Potaotes Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this decadent Pecan Coconut Sweet Potatoes recipe! Sweet and savory sweet potatoes are slow-cooked to perfection with a dreamy blend of toasted pecans, creamy coconut, and warming spices. This easy recipe is perfect for a cozy night in or a special holiday gathering. Get ready for a flavor explosion in every bite!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 320 mins
Calories 238.3 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Pecan Coconut Sweet Potaotes

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How to Make Pecan Coconut Sweet Potaotes

  1. Peel and chop 3 pounds of sweet potatoes into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Place the chopped sweet potatoes in a 3-quart slow cooker.
  3. Lightly spray the slow cooker with cooking spray.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup shredded coconut, 1/2 cup chopped pecans, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  5. Evenly sprinkle the coconut pecan mixture over the sweet potatoes in the slow cooker.
  6. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of melted butter over the sweet potatoes and topping.
  7. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 5-6 hours, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
  8. During the last 5 minutes of cooking, sprinkle 1/2 cup mini marshmallows over the sweet potatoes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

74g

Fat

10g

Carbs

14g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pecan Coconut Sweet Potaotes?

Pecan Coconut Sweet Potaotes takes about 335 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 320 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pecan Coconut Sweet Potaotes?

Pecan Coconut Sweet Potaotes has approximately 238.3 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pecan Coconut Sweet Potaotes?

The key ingredients for Pecan Coconut Sweet Potaotes are Sweet Potatoes, Brown Sugar, Flaked Coconut, Pecans, Pure Vanilla Extract, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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