Whole30 Candied Yams
Transform your holiday table with these Whole30 Candied Yams—a naturally sweetened and wholesome take on a classic comfort food. This recipe swaps traditional refined sugar for a luscious homemade syrup made from pitted dates, warm spices, and a touch of vanilla, creating a dessert-like side dish that's both indulgent and guilt-free. Oven-baked to tender perfection, the yams are slathered in this rich, spiced glaze and caramelized to golden goodness. Not only are these candied yams Whole30-compliant, but they're also paleo-friendly and gluten-free, making them a crowd-pleaser for any gathering. Ready in just an hour, this recipe is a perfect addition to your holiday spread or a nutritious treat for any day of the week!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium Yams (or sweet potatoes)
- 1 cup Dates, pitted
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Peel and slice the yams into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
Step 3
Arrange the yam slices in a single layer in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Step 4
In a small saucepan, combine the pitted dates and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the dates are very soft.
Step 5
Carefully transfer the date and water mixture to a blender or food processor. Add coconut oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth to create a date syrup.
Step 6
Pour the date syrup evenly over the yams in the baking dish, ensuring all pieces are coated.
Step 7
Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Step 8
Remove the foil and continue baking for another 20 minutes, or until the yams are tender and slightly caramelized.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1035.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1383.3 |
| Total Fat 29.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 23.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 889.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 286.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 33.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 180.1g | |
| Protein 12.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 352.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3431.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories