Southern Candied Yams | Sweet Potatoes
Candied yams are a Southern classic. This side dish is delicious for family meals as well as a holiday tradition.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time1 hour hr 30 minutes mins
Total Time1 hour hr 45 minutes mins
Servings: 2 Pounds
Calories: 238kcal
Author: Julia Jordan
- 3 Large Sweet Potatoes
- 1 Stick of Butter
- 1/4 c Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 c Light Brown Sugar
- 1/4 c Heavy Cream
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- Pinch of Kosher Salt
- 1/8 tsp Ground Nutmeg
Preheat oven to 350°F
Begin by preparing the potatoes. Peel and rinse the sweet potatoes, then slice into 1/4 to 1/2 inch rounds.
Next, lightly spray a casserole dish with cooking spray and add the sweet potatoes.
Next, prepare the glaze by melting the butter in a sauce pan over medium heat.
Next add the sugars and stir well until combined.
Next, add the heavy cream and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook 6-8 minutes.
Remove the mixture from the heat and add the vanilla, salt and spices. Give a final stir to combine everything together and pour the glaze mixture over the sweet potatoes.
Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour.
After 1 hour, carefully remove the aluminum foil and check the potatoes for tenderness.
Bake uncovered an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender if needed.
Calories: 238kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 128mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 21g