Butterscotch Yams
Sweet, creamy, and utterly indulgent, these Butterscotch Yams are the perfect side dish to elevate your holiday table or any special meal. Made with tender roasted slices of yams (sweet potatoes) coated in a luscious homemade butterscotch sauce, this recipe combines the rich flavors of brown sugar, butter, and a touch of vanilla for a truly irresistible dish. A sprinkle of cinnamon enhances the warmth, while an optional topping of toasted pecans adds a delightful crunch. With just 15 minutes of prep and simple baking steps, this show-stopping dish is as easy as it is decadent. Perfectly caramelized and bursting with cozy flavors, these yams will be an instant crowd-pleaser for any gathering!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized yams (sweet potatoes)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash the yams thoroughly and peel them using a vegetable peeler.
Slice the peeled yams into 1/2-inch thick rounds and arrange them in a single layer in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Once the butter is melted, add in the brown sugar and stir until the mixture becomes smooth and bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring constantly, then add the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Pour the butterscotch sauce evenly over the prepared yams in the baking dish.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, remove the foil, gently toss the yams to coat them fully in the sauce, and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes or until the yams are tender and the sauce is bubbly.
Optional: Sprinkle chopped pecans over the top during the final 5 minutes of baking for added crunch and flavor.
Remove the butterscotch yams from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1412 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.5 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.8 g | 149% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 951 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 197.6 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 96.8 g | ||
| Protein | 12.7 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2261 mg | 48% | |
*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.
