Introduction:
There’s nothing quite like a dish of Southern Candied Yams to bring warmth and comfort to your table.
These tender, caramelized sweet potatoes are coated in a rich buttery brown sugar glaze with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla — a true Southern favorite! Perfect for Sunday dinners, Thanksgiving feasts, or any cozy family gathering, this recipe turns simple ingredients into a show-stopping side dish everyone will love.
Southern Candied Yams Recipe
Ingredients:
4 large sweet potatoes (peeled and sliced into thick rounds)
1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional: mini marshmallows for topping
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with butter.
Prepare the Yams:
Arrange the sliced sweet potatoes evenly in the dish.
Make the Glaze:
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened (about 3–4 minutes).
Coat the Yams:
Pour the warm glaze over the sweet potatoes, ensuring they’re evenly coated.
Bake:
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil, baste with syrup, and bake uncovered for another 20–25 minutes until yams are tender and caramelized.
Optional:
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