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Brown Sugar Candied Yams

Brown Sugar Candied Yams That Steal the Holiday Show!

Brown Sugar Candied Yams are a beloved holiday dish that combines sweet flavor with nostalgia.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Yams
  • 4 cups Sweet Potatoes Fresh or canned, sliced into rounds
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference
  • 1/2 cup Butter Melted, or use margarine for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice Can substitute with lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Mini Marshmallows Use vegan marshmallows for plant-based diets

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Sweet Potatoes: Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then cut them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
  2. Make Glaze: Whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, orange juice, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
  3. Combine: Arrange sweet potato slices in a baking dish and pour the glaze over, coating evenly.
  4. Microwave: Cover and microwave on high for 18-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  5. Bake with Marshmallows: Preheat oven to 375°F, sprinkle marshmallows on top, and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  6. Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, adjust sweetness to your taste and consider using fresh sweet potatoes for flavor.

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