Description
Juneteenth candied yams are a sweet and buttery side dish that captures the essence of celebration. With their tender texture and rich flavor, these yams are drizzled in a delectable syrup made from brown sugar, butter, and warm spices. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy family dinners, each bite offers a delightful balance of sweetness and spice. You’ll be greeted with enticing aromas that draw everyone to the table—these candied yams are sure to be the star of your next meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium yams (about 2 lbs), peeled and sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick), melted
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel and slice the yams into even rounds.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt until combined.
- Layer yam slices in a baking dish and pour the sauce over them to coat evenly.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Stir gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg