Keyshawn's Mom's Candied Yams

Sweet, buttery, and irresistibly tender, Keyshawn’s Mom’s Candied Yams are a classic soul food side dish that brings nostalgic flavors to your table. Made with fresh, velvety yams or sweet potatoes, this recipe features a luscious caramel-like syrup crafted from a perfect blend of granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of pure vanilla extract. The yams are baked to perfection, soaking up the rich, sweet glaze while developing a slight caramelization for a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Perfect for holiday feasts or Sunday dinners, this dish delivers a comforting balance of sweetness and spice. Easy to prepare in just over an hour, these candied yams are a show-stopping accompaniment to roasted meats, savory greens, or even as a dessert-like indulgence. It's time to taste tradition with Keyshawn’s Mom’s Candied Yams!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized fresh yams or sweet potatoes
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Wash, peel, and slice the yams into 1/2-inch thick rounds.

Step 3

Arrange the yam slices evenly in a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 5

Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is smooth.

Step 6

Add the water to the saucepan and stir until it creates a syrup-like consistency, then remove from heat.

Step 7

Pour the syrup evenly over the yams in the baking dish, ensuring all slices are coated.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil, carefully baste the yams with the syrup, and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes until the yams are tender and slightly caramelized.

Step 10

Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy the buttery, sweet goodness!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1297.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3709.4

Total Fat 194.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 112.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 498.2mg	0%
Sodium 1604.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 520.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 419.9g
Protein 11.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 428.0mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 2356.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.1%

Protein: 1.2%

Carbs: 53.8%