How many sweet potatoes can I cook in the Instant Pot at the same time?

A 3-quart Instant Pot will fit up to 3 medium sweet potatoes, a 6-quart Instant Pot will fit up to 5 or 6 medium sweet potatoes and an 8-quart Instant Pot will fit up to 10 or more medium sweet potatoes.

How long does it take to cook a sweet potato in the Instant Pot?

Small sweet potato - 12 minutes Medium sweet potato (most common size) - 18 minutes Large sweet potato - 25 minutes

How do you serve cooked sweet potatoes?

The options are endless! Sweet potatoes can just be cut down the middle and served with some butter, ghee, or coconut oil. They also go great with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon and a drizzle of nut butter. I even make a Sweet Potato Smoothie recipe that tastes like sweet potato pie. You can also use them as a base for toppings like cooked beans or ground meat. Or, you can even make them into a Sweet Potato Casserole or my delicious gluten-free Cinnamon Sweet Potato Bread !

Can I freeze cooked sweet potatoes?

Yes, but I like to remove them from the skin and just freeze the flesh. See my full post on how to freeze sweet potatoes .

Can I eat the skin of cooked sweet potatoes?

Yes, but I recommend buying organic sweet potatoes if you want to eat the skin. Also, be sure to scrub them really well before cooking them.

Can I make mashed sweet potatoes in the Instant Pot?

Yes! But, I recommend peeling them and chopping them before cooking them. See my easy Instant Pot mashed sweet potato recipe for the details. This recipe is great for baby food too!

Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes Cooked Whole

Name: Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes Cooked Whole (Any Size)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 33 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients: 6 medium sweet potatoes, whole; 1 cup water

Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes Cooked Whole (Any Size)

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You are going to love this no-fuss, foolproof method for cooking Instant Pot Whole Sweet Potatoes. They’re an easy and nutritious food that everyone loves. This article also includes some delicious serving ideas.

Total Time: 33 minutes
Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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6 medium sweet potatoes, whole
1 cup water

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Instructions

Wash the sweet potatoes, using a sponge or brush to scrape off any pieces of dirt. Pat dry with a clean towel.
Place the trivet into the bottom of the Instant Pot. Add the water.
Arrange the sweet potato on the trivet.
Lock on the lid and set the cooking time to 18 minutes, making sure the pressure valve is set to “sealing.”
When the cooking time is complete, let the pressure come down naturally for 5 minutes, and then quick release the remaining pressure.
Remove the lid and use tongs to transfer the cooked sweet potatoes to a serving plate.
Use immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Equipment

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Notes

Cooking times can vary based on the size of your sweet potato. Medium is the most common size. The small ones fit in the palm of your hand and the large ones are huge.
Adjust the cooking time based on the size of your potatoes: Small sweet potato (12 minutes) Medium sweet potato (18 minutes) Large sweet potato (25 minutes).
A 3-quart Instant Pot will fit up to 3 medium sweet potatoes, a 6-quart Instant Pot will fit up to 5 or 6 medium sweet potatoes and an 8-quart Instant Pot will fit up to 10 or more medium sweet potatoes.
Sweet potatoes can just be cut down the middle and served with some butter, ghee, or coconut oil. They also go great with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon and a drizzle of nut butter like almond butter or peanut butter.
The total cooking time includes 10 minutes for the pot to come up to pressure, plus a 5 minute natural release.

Author: Carrie Forrest, MPH in Nutrition
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Category: Side dish
Method: Instant Pot pressure cooker
Cuisine: Healthy
Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

Serving Size:
Calories: 112
Sugar: 5.4 g
Sodium: 71.5 mg
Fat: 0.1 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 26.2 g
Fiber: 3.9 g
Protein: 2 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg

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