If you’re searching for a cozy, family-friendly side dish with minimal effort and maximum flavor, these Slow Cooker Honey Butter Sweet Potatoes are a must-try. Made with only 5 simple ingredients, this recipe delivers tender, buttery, sweet potatoes coated in warm honey and cinnamon. Just slice, pour, cover, and let the slow cooker do all the work!
This dish works beautifully for weeknight dinners, holidays, potlucks, Sunday meals, or anytime you want a comforting and sweet side without babysitting the stove.
✅ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- ✔ Only 5 ingredients you probably already have
- ✔ No oven needed — perfect for freeing up space during holidays
- ✔ Family-friendly and kid-approved sweetness
- ✔ Works as a side dish, dessert-style treat, or meal prep item
- ✔ Dump-and-go slow cooker recipe — zero hassle!
🛒 Ingredients You Need
Servings: 4–6
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
This simple ingredient list creates a buttery cinnamon glaze that melts into every slice of sweet potato.
🍠 How to Make Honey Butter Sweet Potatoes in the Slow Cooker
Step 1 – Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
Peel 4 medium sweet potatoes and slice them into thin, even rounds. The thin slicing helps them cook faster and absorb more honey butter flavor.
Step 2 – Make the Honey Butter
In a small bowl, whisk together:
- melted butter
- honey
- cinnamon
- salt
This mixture forms a sweet and buttery sauce that caramelizes during slow cooking.
Step 3 – Coat & Cook
- Place all sliced sweet potatoes in the slow cooker.
- Pour the honey butter sauce over the top and gently stir to coat.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours, or until perfectly soft.
Step 4 – Stir & Serve
When finished, give everything a gentle stir so each potato slice gets covered with the sweet glaze. Serve warm!
🍽 Serving Ideas
These sweet potatoes are incredibly versatile. Serve them with:
✅ Baked or grilled chicken
✅ Thanksgiving turkey
✅ Ham, pork chops, or beef roast
✅ Holiday dinners or Sunday lunch
✅ As a naturally sweet side for kids
They also taste amazing with a sprinkle of brown sugar, pecans, marshmallows, or a drizzle of extra honey on top.
🔄 Variations & Add-Ins
Want more flavor? Try these options:
| Add-In | Result |
|---|---|
| Brown sugar | Deeper caramel sweetness |
| Chopped pecans or walnuts | Crunchy, nutty topping |
| Mini marshmallows | Dessert-style sweet potatoes |
| Nutmeg or pumpkin spice | Holiday flavor |
| Vanilla extract | Smooth, dessert-like aroma |
🧊 Storage & Reheating
Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Freeze cooked sweet potatoes up to 2 months.
Reheat: Microwave 1–2 minutes or warm in the oven at 325°F until heated through.
❓ FAQ
Can I cook on HIGH instead of LOW?
Yes — cook on HIGH for about 2–2.5 hours.
Do I need to stir while cooking?
No, just stir once at the end before serving.
Can I use yams instead of sweet potatoes?
Absolutely — the texture and taste will still be delicious.
🥄 Printable Recipe Card
Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Honey Butter Sweet Potatoes
Servings: 4–6
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Add sliced sweet potatoes into a slow cooker.
- Mix honey, melted butter, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl.
- Pour over potatoes and gently mix to coat.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours, until tender.
- Stir gently before serving so potatoes are coated in the honey butter sauce.