Dairy-Free Candied Yams
Transform your holiday table with these Dairy-Free Candied Yams, a decadent twist on a classic favorite that’s perfect for those avoiding dairy. Featuring tender slices of yams (or sweet potatoes) coated in a luscious glaze made from dark brown sugar, pure maple syrup, and velvety coconut oil, this recipe delivers all the sweetness and warmth of traditional candied yams without compromising dietary needs. Infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and topped with chopped pecans for a delightful crunch, every bite is bursting with flavor and texture. Quick to prepare and oven-baked to perfection, this vegan-friendly dish is a must-have addition to your holiday menu or any comforting family dinner. Serve these golden, caramelized yams as a crowd-pleasing side dish and embrace the wholesome, dairy-free goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces medium-sized yams (or sweet potatoes)
- 0.5 cup dark brown sugar
- 0.25 cup pure maple syrup
- 0.25 cup coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup pecans, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish.
Wash and peel the yams, then cut them into 1/2-inch thick slices.
Arrange the yam slices evenly in the prepared baking dish.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the dark brown sugar, maple syrup, and coconut oil. Stir gently until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
Pour the sugar mixture evenly over the sliced yams in the baking dish, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, remove the foil and gently stir in the chopped pecans, redistributing the yams to ensure even cooking.
Return the baking dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the yams are tender and the sauce is bubbly.
Allow the candied yams to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious, dairy-free candied yams as a sweet side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1972 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.4 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.9 g | 250% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 919 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 272.7 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 174.8 g | ||
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 363 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 2285 mg | 49% | |
*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.
