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Candied Yams Recipe
Rahat

Candied Yams

There’s something magical about the rich, caramelized sweetness of Candied Yams that feels like a warm hug on a plate. In just 55 minutes, you can create a side that’s perfect for holidays or cozy weeknights, offering a balance of creamy texture and vibrant flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 254
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb sweet potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 cup (200 g) brown sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons water
  • 1/4 cup (57 g) unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375F (190C). Place sweet potato chunks into a 9”x9” or 11”x7” baking dish. Set aside.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium/low heat, combine all other ingredients except vanilla and cook until butter is melted.
  3. Once butter is melted, bring to a boil and cook until thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Pour mixture over sweet potato pieces. Gently stir so that all pieces are coated. Transfer to 375F (190C) oven and bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Pieces should be tender when pierced with a fork.
  5. Allow to cool slightly before serving. Sauce will thicken as it cools.

Nutrition

Calories: 254kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 216mgPotassium: 421mgFiber: 3gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 16265IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg
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