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Close-up shot of cooked sweet potatoes in an Instant Pot, showcasing their texture under warm natural light.

Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes Recipe (With Slow Cooker Option)

Enjoy perfectly cooked sweet potatoes with this versatile recipe suitable for Instant Pot or slow cooker, topped with your favorite extras.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper for seasoning
  • optional butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, or marshmallows optional toppings

Method
 

  1. Place sweet potatoes in steamer basket with 1 cup water in Instant Pot; cook on high pressure for 15 minutes.
  2. Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release remaining pressure.
  3. For slow cooker, place sweet potatoes with 1/4 cup water; cook on low 6-8 hours or high 3-4 hours until tender.
  4. Remove, cool slightly, peel if desired, then drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Add optional toppings.

Notes

Peeling is optional; sweet potatoes are naturally sweet and nutritious.