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Instant Pot Weight Watchers Candied Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Instant Pot Weight Watchers Candied Sweet Potatoes

Tender sweet potatoes cook under pressure with brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and salt for a quick, warmly spiced side dish. The recipe makes approximately 6 servings, with roughly 3/4 cup per serving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds Sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1/4 cup Packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into evenly sized 1-inch chunks. Add 1/2 cup water to the Instant Pot, then add the potatoes, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and salt.
  2. Secure the lid and set the valve to sealing. Select High Pressure for 4 minutes, allowing approximately 8 to 10 minutes for the cooker to build pressure.
  3. When the cooking cycle ends, use a quick release, or allow a 5-minute natural release followed by a quick release. Open the lid carefully once the pin drops.
  4. Gently stir the potatoes with the buttery brown-sugar liquid. Use a soft spatula or wooden spoon and avoid vigorous stirring so the tender chunks remain intact.
  5. For a thicker glaze, transfer the cooked potatoes to a serving bowl and select Sauté. Simmer the liquid for 2 to 4 minutes, stirring gently, then turn off the cooker promptly and pour the syrupy sauce over the potatoes.

Notes

Cut the potatoes evenly and avoid a prolonged natural release because sweet potatoes soften quickly. Weight Watchers points can vary according to the brand of butter, sugar amount, serving size, and individual tracking method.