This recipe for candied yams is a sweet and delicious side dish perfect for holiday dinners or a special treat. The yams are tender and coated in a rich, buttery, and sugary glaze.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
50min
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 200 g brown sugar
- 115 g butter
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 60 ml water
- 4 yams
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step 2
Peel the yams and cut them into 1-inch thick slices.
Step 3
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, butter, water, salt, and ground cinnamon. Stir until the butter has melted and the mixture is well combined.
Step 4
Arrange the yam slices in a single layer in a baking dish.
Step 5
Pour the butter and sugar mixture over the yams, making sure they are evenly coated.
Step 6
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Step 7
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the yams are tender and the glaze is thickened.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and drizzle with vanilla extract before serving.