Whole30 Candied Yams
Indulge in the comfort of holiday flavors with these Whole30 Candied Yams—a wholesome twist on a classic favorite that's entirely refined sugar-free and paleo-friendly! Tender yams, baked to perfection, are coated in a luscious homemade date syrup infused with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Coconut oil adds a creamy richness, while a hint of vanilla elevates the natural sweetness of this guilt-free treat. Ready in about an hour, this crowd-pleasing side dish makes for a nutritious yet indulgent addition to your dinner table, perfect for Whole30, paleo, or clean-eating lifestyles. Serve these caramelized yams with roasted meats, fresh salads, or enjoy them all on their own—either way, they’ll steal the spotlight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Yams (or sweet potatoes)
- 1 cup Dates, pitted
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel and slice the yams into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
Arrange the yam slices in a single layer in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
In a small saucepan, combine the pitted dates and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes or until the dates are very soft.
Carefully transfer the date and water mixture to a blender or food processor. Add coconut oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth to create a date syrup.
Pour the date syrup evenly over the yams in the baking dish, ensuring all pieces are coated.
Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for another 20 minutes, or until the yams are tender and slightly caramelized.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1383 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.2 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 889 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 286.8 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.2 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 180.1 g | ||
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 352 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 3431 mg | 73% | |
*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.
