Keto Candied Yams
Indulge in the warm, sweet flavors of fall with these Keto Candied Yams—a low-carb twist on the classic comfort food. This recipe swaps traditional yams for tender butternut squash, perfectly roasted and coated in a buttery cinnamon-vanilla syrup made with powdered erythritol. Topped with chopped pecans and caramelized to perfection, this dish delivers the rich, holiday-worthy essence of candied yams without the sugar overload. Ready in just an hour, it’s ideal for keto-friendly Thanksgiving feasts, festive gatherings, or anytime you’re craving a guilt-free sweet side dish. Perfect for those embracing a ketogenic lifestyle, it’s a flavorful way to highlight the season’s best ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium, peeled and cubed butternut squash
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 cup powdered erythritol sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 cup, chopped pecans
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed butternut squash, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated with 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
Arrange the squash cubes in a single layer in an oven-safe baking dish.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter.
Add the powdered erythritol, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and sea salt to the saucepan. Stir continuously until the sweetener is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth, creating a syrup.
Pour the syrup evenly over the butternut squash, ensuring all the pieces are well-coated.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to prevent excessive browning and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil, sprinkle the chopped pecans over the top, and return the dish to the oven.
Continue baking uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the top is caramelized.
Remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your keto-friendly candied 'yams'!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
226 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.0 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 232 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.5 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 701 mg | 15% | |
*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.
