Short Cut Apple Yam Casserole
Sweet, savory, and oh-so-simple, this Short Cut Apple Yam Casserole is the ultimate side dish for holiday celebrations or cozy weeknight dinners. Made with time-saving canned yams and fresh Granny Smith apples, this easy casserole is layered with warm spices, a touch of brown sugar, and a buttery crunch of optional walnuts. Topped with gooey, golden mini marshmallows, it delivers a nostalgic blend of flavors and textures in just 35 minutes from start to finish. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this comforting dish combines the natural sweetness of yams with the tart bite of apples for a deliciously balanced treat. Whether you're hosting Thanksgiving or simply craving a touch of fall-inspired comfort, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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Ingredients
- 29 oz (1 can) canned yams
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup walnuts (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a medium-sized casserole dish.
Step 2
Drain the canned yams and layer them evenly in the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.
Step 3
Peel, core, and thinly slice the Granny Smith apples. Place the apple slices on top of the yams.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the apples and yams.
Step 5
Dot the casserole with small pieces of the unsalted butter, spreading them out over the top.
Step 6
If using walnuts, sprinkle them evenly over the top layer for added crunch and flavor.
Step 7
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Step 8
Remove the casserole from the oven, uncover, and sprinkle the mini marshmallows over the top.
Step 9
Return the dish to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 5 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown and gooey.
Step 10
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (720.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1562.7 |
| Total Fat 98.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 20.8g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 207.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 173.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 121.1g | |
| Protein 20.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 210.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1241.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories