Vegan Candied Yams
Elevate your holiday table or weeknight dinner with these indulgent Vegan Candied Yams, a plant-based twist on a classic comfort food. Featuring tender, oven-baked yam rounds bathed in a luscious blend of maple syrup, coconut oil, and brown sugar, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Infused with aromatic cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of vanilla, every bite is rich with cozy, spiced flavors. Ready in just an hour, this easy-to-make side dish is free from dairy but bursting with caramelized goodness. Perfect for vegans and non-vegans alike, these candied yams are a must-try seasonal favorite that pairs beautifully with everything from a holiday roast to a simple salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium yams
- 0.5 cup maple syrup
- 0.25 cup coconut oil
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the yams and cut them into 1-inch thick rounds.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine maple syrup, coconut oil, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until the coconut oil and sugar are completely melted and mixture is smooth.
Arrange the yam slices in an even layer in a baking dish.
Pour the maple syrup mixture evenly over the yams, making sure they are well coated.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, remove the foil and gently stir the yams to coat them in the sauce again.
Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for another 15 minutes, or until the yams are tender and the sauce is thick and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy these vegan candied yams as a sweet addition to your meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1668 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.7 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.4 g | 232% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 663 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 289.8 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 144.4 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 4752 mg | 101% | |
*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.
