Try this homemade Old Fashioned Candied Sweet Potatoes recipe the whole family will love. Made with sweet potatoes, sugar, butter and boiling water. Eas…
This Old Fashioned Candied Sweet Potatoes relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as sweet potatoes, sugar, butter or oleo and boiling water. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 1568 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026