**Baked Candied Yams with Brown Sugar: A Sweet and Savory Southern Delight**
Candied yams are a classic Southern dish that is often served at holiday gatherings. These sweet and savory yams are coated in a mixture of butter, brown sugar, spices, and orange zest, then baked until tender and caramelized. This recipe provides step-by-step instructions for making candied yams with brown sugar, as well as variations for adding other flavors, such as marshmallows, pecans, or pineapple. Whether you're a fan of traditional candied yams or looking to try something new, this recipe has you covered.
**Variations:**
- **Candied Yams with Marshmallows:** For a sweeter and fluffier dish, top the yams with marshmallows before baking.
- **Candied Yams with Pecans:** Add a nutty crunch to the yams by sprinkling chopped pecans on top before baking.
- **Candied Yams with Pineapple:** For a tropical twist, add crushed pineapple to the candied yam mixture before baking.
No matter which variation you choose, these candied yams are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
CANDIED YAMS
This is a simple and quick way to enjoy a Thanksgiving favorite! Canned yams or sweet potatoes may be used.
Provided by LORIEANN29
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Sweet Potatoes Sweet Potatoes With Marshmallow Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place sweet potatoes in a medium baking dish. Distribute butter pieces evenly over the sweet potatoes. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Layer with miniature marshmallows.
- Bake in the preheated oven 25 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are tender and marshmallows have melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.5 calories, Carbohydrate 50.7 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 145.2 mg, Sugar 25.6 g
GRANDMA TOLLI'S CANDIED YAMS
My grandma's candied yams are the best candied yams I have ever had! The pineapple is an awesome addition to this sweet dish.
Provided by ntolliver213
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Sweet Potatoes
Time 1h35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add pineapple juice, white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg; stir to combine and cook until sugars have dissolved, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place drained yams in a casserole dish. Add pineapple chunks. Pour sauce over top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Add marshmallows to the top and continue to bake until golden and melted, 10 to 15 minutes more. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving so sauce can thicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.6 calories, Carbohydrate 83 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 106.3 mg, Sugar 68.2 g
QUICK CAN CANDIED YAMS
Make and share this Quick Can Candied Yams recipe from Food.com.
Provided by plove53
Categories Yam/Sweet Potato
Time 40m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Pour can of Yams in a casserole (or oven safe cookware).
- Drain and save 1/2 cup of liquid and pour back into yams.
- Sprinkle Yams with Brown Sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and mix well.
- Pat Butter on top.
- Place in preheated 350' oven for 30-35 minutes.
BAKED CANDIED YAMS - SOUL FOOD STYLE
Make and share this Baked Candied Yams - Soul Food Style recipe from Food.com.
Provided by danielle0816_7151831
Categories Low Protein
Time 2h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 F.
- Wash the yams.
- Peel, then chop the yams ( make sure that they are about ½ inch thick.
- Place the yams into a 9x13 bake dish.
- Place the butter into a medium sized pot, then melt it over medium heat.
- Once the butter is melted, sprinkle in the white & brown sugar, ground cinnamon,ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and ground clove.
- Turn the stove off, mix the ingredients, then add in the vanilla extract.
- Next, cover the bake dish with foil, then bake the yams in the oven for 30 minutes.
- Pour the candied mixture over the yams, and try to coat all the yams with the candied mixture.
- Remove the yams from the oven, and baste them with the candied mixture.
- Cover the yams, and bake them for another 15-20 minutes.
- Remove the yams from the oven, and let them sit for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.3, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 104, Carbohydrate 32.4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 31.9, Protein 0.2
MY GRANDMA'S CANDIED YAMS WITH PINEAPPLE
Grandma was always in charge of Thanksgiving dinner in my family. This is my variation on her candied yams (sweet potatoes), and they are the best!
Provided by Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Place the sweet potatoes in a 2-quart baking dish. Set aside.
- In a medium pot, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the sugar and stir until smooth. Drain the pineapple in a strainer, reserving the juice. Stir in about half the pineapple and half the pineapple juice; reserve the rest of the pineapple and juice for another use. Stir in the cinnamon, cloves and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil, remove from the heat and add the vanilla extract. Pour the mixture directly over the sweet potatoes.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake until the sweet potatoes are just tender, about 45 minutes. Remove the foil and continue to bake until the sweet potatoes are caramelized, 20 to 25 minutes more.
- Plate and serve immediately. Pour extra sauce from the bottom of the baking dish on top.
Tips:
- For a smoother texture, peel the yams before baking.
- To make the yams extra sweet, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
- Add a pinch of salt to the brown sugar mixture to balance out the sweetness.
- If you want a crispy crust, brush the yams with melted butter before baking.
- For a more complex flavor, add spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger to the brown sugar mixture.
- Serve the yams warm with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.
Conclusion:
Baked candied yams are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are sweet, savory, and have a slightly crispy crust. The brown sugar glaze adds a rich flavor that complements the yams perfectly. Whether you are serving them for a holiday dinner or a weeknight meal, these yams are sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy side dish, give baked candied yams a try.
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