Candied Sweet Potatoes Yams
Transform your holiday table with these irresistible Candied Sweet Potatoes Yams, a classic comfort-food recipe that's both indulgent and easy to prepare. Featuring tender slices of sweet potatoes baked in a rich, buttery syrup made from brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of vanilla, this dish is the perfect balance of warm spices and caramelized sweetness. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this side dish is ideal for festive gatherings or cozy dinners any time of the year. For an extra touch of decadence, top with golden, gooey marshmallows for a toasty finish. Whether served alongside a holiday roast or as a sweet treat on its own, these candied yams are guaranteed to be the star of the meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes (yams)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 cup marshmallows (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Arrange the slices evenly in a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, stir in the brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, salt, and water. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture forms a smooth syrup.
Pour the syrup evenly over the sweet potato slices, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil, gently stir or baste the potatoes with the syrup, and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the syrup has thickened slightly.
Optional: For a marshmallow topping, sprinkle marshmallows evenly across the top during the last 5 minutes of baking. Bake until the marshmallows are golden brown and gooey.
Remove from the oven and let sit for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the syrup to thicken further.
Serve warm and enjoy this sweet and decadent side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2398 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.0 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.1 g | 210% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1124 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 436.4 g | 159% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 289.2 g | ||
| Protein | 15.8 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 387 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2669 mg | 57% | |
*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.
