Low Carb Candied Yams
Satisfy your holiday cravings with these irresistible Low Carb Candied Yams! This lighter take on the classic candied yams recipe swaps traditional sugar with erythritol, making it a perfect guilt-free indulgence for anyone watching their carbs. Tender slices of sweet potatoes are coated in a luscious buttery mixture of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, subtly sweetened, and topped with crunchy pecans for a delightful texture. Baked to perfection, these yams boast caramelized edges and a rich, nutty aroma that will have your guests coming back for seconds. Ready in just under an hour, it’s a crowd-pleasing, keto-friendly side dish that’s ideal for holiday gatherings, Sunday dinners, or any time you want a comforting yet low-carb treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes (medium sized)
- 4 tbsp butter, unsalted
- 0.5 cup erythritol sweetener
- 1 tsp cinnamon, ground
- 0.5 tsp nutmeg, ground
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup pecans, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel and slice the sweet potatoes into 0.5-inch thick rounds.
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the erythritol sweetener, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt, stirring to combine until the sweetener dissolves completely.
Add the sweet potato slices into the saucepan and gently stir to coat all pieces with the butter and spice mixture. Cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the potatoes to begin to soften slightly.
Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a baking dish, spreading them out evenly.
Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the top evenly.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven.
Bake the candied yams for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the top is slightly caramelized.
Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1613 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.2 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.1 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1102 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 311.0 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.9 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.7 g | ||
| Protein | 20.6 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 353 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 3324 mg | 71% | |
*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.
