Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes
Instant Pot sweet potatoes are the easiest way to make perfect sweet potatoes every single time with minimal effort or clean-up! Plus, they're ready in just 30 minutes.
Servings: 4
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes scrubbed
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Pour the water into the Instant Pot and place the metal trivet inside.
- Pierce each sweet potato 4 to 5 times with a fork.
- Place the sweet potatoes on the trivet.
- Secure the lid and set the valve to Sealing.
- Cook on High Pressure for 13 minutes.
- Allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release.
- Remove the lid and check for doneness by inserting a fork into the center. If not tender, cook on High Pressure for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
- Serve whole or slice open and add your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For smaller sweet potatoes, reduce cook time to 11 or 12 minutes.
- For very large sweet potatoes, increase cook time to 18 to 20 minutes.
- Sweet potatoes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and are great for meal prep.