Candied Yams
Transform your table into a celebration of irresistible flavors with this recipe for Candied Yams. Featuring tender slices of fresh yams or sweet potatoes glazed in a luscious syrup made with brown sugar, warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a hint of vanilla, this dish is the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Baked to perfection, the yams soak up the buttery caramel-like sauce, creating a melt-in-your-mouth side dish that’s both comforting and decadent. With just 15 minutes of prep and under an hour from start to finish, it’s an easy yet impressive addition to any holiday meal or cozy dinner. Ideal for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion, these Candied Yams are bound to become a family tradition!
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Ingredients
- 4 large fresh yams or sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Wash, peel, and cut the yams into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
Step 3
Place the sliced yams in a single layer in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Step 4
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
Step 5
Once the butter is melted, add the brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla extract, salt, and water to the pan.
Step 6
Stir the mixture until the sugars dissolve completely and the spices are well combined. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 7
Pour the prepared syrup over the yams in the baking dish, making sure each piece is coated well.
Step 8
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Step 9
After 30 minutes, remove the foil, stir the yams gently to coat them again with the syrup, and continue baking uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the yams are tender and the sauce is bubbly and slightly thickened.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious candied yams!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1152.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1986.3 |
| Total Fat 48.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 28.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 124mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1632.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 390.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 272.1g | |
| Protein 11.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 384.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2656.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories