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The Magical Slow Cooker » Recipes » Side Dishes » Slow Cooker “Baked” Sweet Potatoes

Slow Cooker “Baked” Sweet Potatoes

by Sarah Olson on October 1, 2021 | Updated November 18, 2022 21 Comments

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Save room in the oven and cook sweet potatoes in the slow cooker, taste just like they have been baked in the oven. Perfect for the holidays smothered in butter and brown sugar.

sweet potatoes in the slow cooker, slit open with brown sugar and marshmallows on top.

Did you know you can “bake” sweet potatoes in the slow cooker? You can make a big batch and they turn out super tender! You can also do this with baked potatoes.

It’s that time of year when I need to start thinking about putting together my holiday meals. Slow Cooker Sweet Potatoes will be the easiest side for my holiday dinner for sure. I just wrap them in foil and put them in the slow cooker! It doesn’t get any easier than that!

How to make sweet potatoes in the slow cooker

Ingredients

  • 7-8 sweet potatoes – I use red garnet sweet potatoes for they have the deepest color.
  • Foil – We like to wrap our potatoes in foil. However, if you prefer not to use foil, you can skip it.
8 uncooked sweet potatoes on a cutting board

Step-by-Step Directions

Step 1 – Wash and dry the sweet potatoes. No need to poke holes, that is for microwave cooking.

Step 2 – Wrap each sweet potato in foil, no need to add butter or oil.

Step 3 – Place the sweet potatoes in a 6-quart slow cooker.

8 sweet potatoes in the slow cooker, wrapped in foil

How long do I cook sweet potatoes in the slow cooker

  • Place the lid on the slow cooker.
  • Cook on high for 5 hours or low for 8 hours.
  • Do not open the lid during the cooking time.
5 sweet potatoes in slow cooker, cooked and slit open

What do I serve with baked sweet potatoes?

  • Butter
  • Brown sugar
  • Marshmallows
  • Cinnamon
  • Nutmeg
  • You can even stuff with pulled pork and top with barbecue sauce and sour cream.
5 sweet potatoes in the slow cooker with pats of butter on top.

What can I do with leftover sweet potatoes?

  • Leftover Sweet Potato Muffins
  • Leftover Sweet Potato Waffles
  • Leftover Sweet Potato Bread
sweet potatoes in the slow cooker with brown sugar and mini marshmallows on top.

How to I store sweet potatoes?

  • Refrigerate – Place the foil wrapped sweet potatoes directly in the fridge in their foil. They will last three days.
  • Freezer – I like to add an extra layer of foil before freezing.
  • To reheat – Remove foil and place on plate. Microwave for about a minute or until hot.

Recipe FAQs

Can I make baked sweet potatoes without foil?

Yes, you can place the sweet potatoes directly in the slow cooker without foil. The recipe turns out just the same!

How do I make sweet potatoes in the oven?

You can place the sweet potatoes (with or without foil) on a baking sheet and cook them in the oven at 350° degrees Fahrenheit for one hour and thirty minutes.

Why don’t I need to poke holes in my sweet potatoes?

Poking holes in sweet potatoes is for microwave cooking. There is little chance that a sweet potato will explode in an oven or slow cooker.

Can I make baked sweet potatoes into mashed sweet potatoes?

Yes, after the cooking time is done, peel off the skins and discard them. Add the sweet potatoes to a bowl along with, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg and mash with a potato masher.

1 sweet potato in foil with melting butter, brown sugar and mini marshmallows.

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5 sweet potatoes in slow cooker, cooked and slit open

Slow Cooker “Baked” Sweet Potatoes

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These sweet potatoes taste just like they have been baked. Save room in the oven for the holidays and make the sweet potatoes in the crockpot!
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 7 servings
Calories: 133.71kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker- 6 quart or larger
  • Foil

Ingredients:

  • 7 small to medium sized sweet potatoes

Serving suggestions:

  • butter
  • brown sugar
  • marshmallows
  • cinnamon
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Instructions:

  • Wash and dry the sweet potatoes.
  • If desired, line the bottom of the slow cooker with a piece of foil (or parchment) for any escaping juices.
  • Wrap each sweet potato in foil and place in the slow cooker. No need to poke holes.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH for 5 hours or LOW for 8 hours.
  • Serve with desired toppings.
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Recipe Notes:

Can I make these without foil?
Yes, you can make these sweet potatoes without foil if needed. Will turn out fine.
Can I bake these in the oven?
You can place the sweet potatoes (with or without foil) on a baking sheet and cook them in the oven at 350° degrees Fahrenheit for one hour and thirty minutes.
Why don’t I need to poke holes in my sweet potatoes?
Poking holes in sweet potatoes is for microwave cooking. There is little chance that a sweet potato will explode in an oven or slow cooker.
Can I make baked sweet potatoes into mashed sweet potatoes?
Yes, after the cooking time is done, peel off the skins and discard them. Add the sweet potatoes to a bowl along with, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg and mash with a potato masher.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 133.71kcal | Carbohydrates: 30.77g | Protein: 2.99g | Fat: 0.22g | Saturated Fat: 0.05g | Sodium: 53.49mg | Potassium: 705.71mg | Fiber: 4.9g | Sugar: 9.63g | Vitamin A: 28552.46IU | Vitamin C: 29.12mg | Calcium: 56.46mg | Iron: 1.03mg

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. Vanessa says

      November 26, 2014 at 11:44 am

      Keep in mind almost all crock pots go to warm setting after the cooking time is complete, my sweet potatoes are perfect every time when I get home from work. Works great for regular potatoes to!

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 26, 2014 at 1:25 pm

        Thanks Vanessa for letting us know that they do good that way. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Melissa B. says

      November 18, 2014 at 6:19 am

      What if I am going to be gone at work for like 10 hours? Do you think they would overcook?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 19, 2014 at 5:33 am

        I think they would over cook. I wish all crock pot recipes were for all day!

        Reply
        • gale says

          November 25, 2014 at 12:14 am

          If your day will run longer than 8 hours – Just set a timer to turn on while gone. Best to buy old fashion timer so if the power bumps it won’t turn crock pot timer off. Old fashion knob and timer works get if you have drops in electricity. I have dirty electricity and digital stuff turns off and stays off.

    3. Maggie says

      November 13, 2014 at 10:35 am

      Do you pierce the sweet potatoes before wrapping them in foil?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 14, 2014 at 5:26 am

        No need to pierce them 🙂

        Reply
    4. Tpleong says

      November 12, 2014 at 1:45 pm

      Do I need to add water in the slow cooker to cook the wrapped potatoes?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 12, 2014 at 6:13 pm

        Nope leave the crock pot dry 🙂

        Reply
        • Diena Cameron says

          April 8, 2016 at 12:58 pm

          Hi Sarah, i realize this is quite an old post but i just came across it and I’m so excited to try this. I love sweet potatoes any time. I guess it would work with regular Yukon, new or regular potatoes too ( maybe if you are having company and cooking steaks on the bbq, especially if it’s warm outside and not to heat the kitchen up, this would be a great asset to the kitchen. Thanks for such a wonderful tip just sorry I’m so late in coming, lol. Definitely re-Pinning ( :

      • Amy says

        March 30, 2015 at 8:33 am

        Totally cracked my crock pot doing this. Recommend putting about a 1/4 inch of water in the bottom.

        Reply
        • Sarah Olson says

          March 30, 2015 at 8:52 am

          I’ve never heard of a crock pot cracking from doing this. Thank you for letting us know. I am so sorry!

        • Anonymous says

          May 15, 2022 at 11:44 am

          I put some water in my crockpot. Too scared to use it dry.

    5. Sarah @ Sunny Runner says

      November 11, 2014 at 1:00 pm

      Oh my goodness. These look amazing. I can’t wait to try using my slow cooker the next time I make potatoes.

      Reply
    6. .norman white says

      November 10, 2014 at 9:32 am

      Do you put butter and brown sugar befor you wrap them

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 10, 2014 at 12:21 pm

        No, just leave them plain and dry. 🙂

        Reply
    7. Sandra Shaffer says

      November 8, 2014 at 11:14 pm

      This is great way to cook sweet potatoes all year long! My whole family loves them!

      Reply
    8. Rachael Yerkes says

      November 8, 2014 at 7:19 pm

      This looks ridiculously easy and good. I can;t wait to use this method.

      Reply
    9. Grandma Kc says

      November 8, 2014 at 4:48 pm

      What a great idea I love sweet potatoes anytime of year! This would make it so easy! Thanks.

      Reply
    10. Michele @ Flavor Mosaic says

      November 8, 2014 at 4:46 am

      This would be a great idea to do for holiday dinners. It would save time and free up precious oven space.

      Reply
    11. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

      November 7, 2014 at 1:10 pm

      Never would have thought to slow cook sweet potatoes with marshmallows before! Definitely got me curious to know what the combination tastes like…

      Reply

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