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The Magical Slow Cooker » Recipes » Side Dishes » Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Wedges

Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Wedges

by Sarah Olson on October 22, 2020 | Updated November 29, 2021 19 Comments

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Tender and sweet sweet potato wedges are a comforting side dish and easily made in your slow cooker.

There are so many different ways to make sweet potatoes in the slow cooker! Try my mashed sweet potatoes or baked sweet potatoes.

close up of sweet potatoes wedges in a slow cooker

Not everything can be made in a slow cooker. But some things really shine like sweet potatoes. Sweet potatoes “roast” very nicely in the slow cooker, leaving them tender and moist.

I probably could start another blog with ideas of what to do with sweet potatoes in the crockpot, there are just so many ideas!

How to make Sweet Potatoes in your Crockpot:

  • Sweet Potatoes – I look for red garnet sweet potatoes (or yams). Cut into wedges, the skin kept on.
  • Brown sugar – Sweet potatoes don’t need too much sweetener, I add just tablespoons.
  • Orange juice – Add sweetness and a touch of citrus
  • Spices – Cinnamon and nutmeg are my favorite seasonings though you can add clove or cardamom if desired.
  • Butter – Butter makes everything better. Though if you want to make these wedges healthy you surely can leave out.
  • Salt – Just like in baking adding a touch of salt offsets the sweetness and brings the dish together.
sweet potatoes, brown sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, orange juice and butter in front of slow cooker

How to cut sweet potato wedges:

  • To cut sweet potatoes into wedges, first cut down the middle lengthwise. Sweet potatoes are very hard, this make take some strength. Be careful not to cut yourself.
  • Place the sweet potato on it’s now cut, flat side.
  • Cut into wedges.
Ingredients for sweet potato wedges on a cutting board

How long do I cook?

  • Cut sweet potatoes take 4 hours on high or 6-7 hours on low to cook.
  • Keep the lid on during the entire cooking time.
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Can I use maple syrup or honey instead of brown sugar?

  • Yes, use your favorite sweetener in this instead of brown sugar.
  • Two tablespoons of maple or brown sugar will be the perfect amount to compliment the sweet potatoes.

Would this recipe work with squash?

  • You can use cut up acorn squash or butternut squash with this recipe.
  • The cooking time remains the same.
finished cooking sweet potato wedges with cinnamon on top.

More sweet potato recipes for the slow cooker:

  • Slow Cooker Mashed Sweet Potatoes
  • Slow Cooker Baked Sweet Potatoes
  • Slow Cooker Green Beans and Sweet Potatoes
  • Slow Cooker Chicken and Sweet Potato Dinner
  • Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

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sweet potato wedges done cooking in slow cooker with cinnamon on top.

Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Wedges

4.88 from 16 votes
Sweet potatoes cut into wedges and slow-cooked with holiday flavors.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 303kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker – 3 quart or larger

Ingredients:

  • 3 lbs. sweet potatoes I use red garnet
  • 1/4 cup salted butter melted
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 2 Tbsp. brown sugar
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
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Instructions:

  • Wash and dry your sweet potatoes. Cut the sweet potatoes into wedges, keeping the skin on. To cut the sweet potatoes, cut down the center lengthwise. Then place the sweet potatoes on their flat sides. Cut into wedges. Cutting the sweet potatoes will take some strength for they are on the harder side, be careful not to cut yourself. Add to the slow cooker.
  • Pour over the melted butter and orange juice. Sprinkle over the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
  • Toss the wedges around in the seasoning, butter and juice to evenly coat.
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker.
  • Cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 6-7 without opening the lid during the cooking time.
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Recipe Notes:

Can I use maple syrup or honey instead of brown sugar?
  • Yes, use your favorite sweetener in this instead of brown sugar.
  • Two tablespoons of maple or brown sugar will be the perfect amount to compliment the sweet potatoes.
Would this recipe work with squash?
  • You can use cut up acorn squash or butternut squash with this recipe.
  • The cooking time remains the same.
 

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 274mg | Potassium: 854mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 32495IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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    Comments

    1. Erik Lovendahl says

      November 22, 2021 at 2:03 pm

      I really like the wedge idea to be an option from the usual mashed at Thanksgiving. I need to serve 12 adults… do I just double the ingredients? Cooking time the same? I’m using a 6-7 quart slow cooker. Thanks in advance and Happy Thanksgiving!

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 22, 2021 at 6:06 pm

        Yes, the cooking time will remain the same. Though when I cook sweet potatoes only 1/2 of the people usually eat them.

        Reply
    2. Megan L Brown says

      November 22, 2021 at 5:23 am

      I really like the idea of wedges in the crockpot, but would like a more savory version (e.g., no orange juice or brown sugar). I was thinking of using rosemary (instead of the cinnamon, etc) , and leaving out the juice, but does the slow cooker need that liquid? Would I need to add broth or water? thank you!

      Reply
    3. Carol says

      November 18, 2021 at 10:16 am

      Do these get carmelized at all? Like a gooey sauce ?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 18, 2021 at 12:05 pm

        Not really, here is a great recipe if you want goey sweet potatoes. https://www.themagicalslowcooker.com/slow-cooker-candied-yams/

        Reply
    4. Tammie Elliott says

      November 7, 2021 at 7:52 am

      Going to make these Thanksgiving . Hope they are a hit . Sounds really good .

      Thanks,
      Tammie

      Reply
    5. Janice Graves says

      July 19, 2021 at 4:19 pm

      Why leave the skin on the potatoes? Seems like one would have to peel it off to eat them.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        July 19, 2021 at 6:53 pm

        It helps then from falling apart.

        Reply
      • Marie says

        April 11, 2022 at 1:05 pm

        It’s easier for guests to just pick out the sweet potato from the serving platter with a big serving spoon when the skins are left on. The sp just slides off the skin so easily when eating it. So so good.

        Reply
    6. Rodget says

      December 25, 2020 at 8:57 am

      5 stars
      I made this for Thanksgiving, they were soo good I am making them for Christmas.

      Reply
    7. Chieftb says

      December 15, 2020 at 6:49 pm

      3 stars
      Really yummy sweet potatoes but for some reason I thought they’d be more like fries. They are soft, flavorful sweet potatoes. They would make a nice side dish. Now I’m in the mood for some crispy ones.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 15, 2020 at 10:00 pm

        Hi! Nothing gets crispy in the slow cooker. 🙂

        Reply
    8. Alice says

      November 24, 2020 at 2:43 pm

      I’m making slow cooker sweet potatoes with pecans for thanksgiving. Thing they are headed for garbage disposal. Put everything together. Seemed not enough moisture. Followed recipe. Sweet Potatoes getting dark marks like white potatoes get when left out with bringing put in salted water.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 24, 2020 at 3:45 pm

        It’s the cinnamon after getting wet 🙂

        Reply
    9. Tammy Croll says

      November 11, 2020 at 8:30 am

      can you use apple juice instead of orange juice ?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 11, 2020 at 8:43 am

        Yes, that will work great.

        Reply
      • Elizabeth Gossett says

        September 23, 2021 at 12:57 pm

        How much apple juice
        How much brown sugar

        Reply
        • Sarah Olson says

          September 24, 2021 at 9:17 am

          I cup apple juice and 2 Tbsp. of brown sugar.

    10. Anonymous says

      October 29, 2020 at 5:03 pm

      I love sweet potatoes, so I’m going to try it next week. I’m getting a new crock pot from Costco. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply

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