Kahlua Candied Yams
Elevate your holiday side dish game with these indulgent Kahlua Candied Yams, a luscious blend of sweet, spiced, and boozy flavors. Tender slices of roasted yams are bathed in a rich caramel sauce crafted from brown sugar, maple syrup, and a splash of Kahlua liqueur, enhanced with warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of vanilla. For the ultimate finishing touch, optional mini marshmallows melt into a golden, gooey topping. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any festive gathering, this recipe combines comforting tradition with a gourmet twist, making it a show-stopping addition to your dinner table. Ready in just over an hour, these yams are as easy to make as they are impressive to serve!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large yams (sweet potatoes)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Kahlua liqueur
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups mini marshmallows (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the yams and cut them into 1/2-inch-thick rounds. Arrange them in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
Stir in the brown sugar, Kahlua, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes smooth and syrupy.
Pour the Kahlua mixture evenly over the yams, making sure each piece is well coated.
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
Remove the foil and gently stir the yams to coat them again in the sauce.
If using mini marshmallows, sprinkle them evenly over the top of the yams.
Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the yams are tender and the marshmallows are golden and bubbly (if using).
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the rich, caramelized flavors of this dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2359 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.0 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.1 g | 210% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1116 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 404.9 g | 147% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 258.0 g | ||
| Protein | 13.8 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 358 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 2612 mg | 56% | |
*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.
