Best 7 Moms Candied Yams Recipes
Moms candied yams are a classic dish enjoyed by many, and for good reason. This sweet and savory side dish is a staple on holiday tables across America. The combination of brown sugar, butter, marshmallows, and spices creates a rich and flavorful dish that is sure to delight everyone who tries it. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that will become a family favorite.
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CANDIED YAMS (CANDIED SWEET POTATOES)
Candied Yams will forever be a Thanksgiving favorite! This delicious side dish takes just minutes to prepare and the results are phenomenal! Candied Sweet Potatoes are made with brown sugar, maple syrup, butter and cinnamon then baked until perfectly sweet and tender. Marshmallows optional!
Provided by Trish - Mom On Timeout
Categories Side Dish
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375F. Spray a 3 quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- Peel sweet potatoes and rinse clean. Slice potatoes to 1/2 inch thick slices. Try to keep them roughly the same thickness so they cook evenly.
- In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar, melted butter, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract and salt. Whisk until smooth. If the mixture is very thick, pop in the microwave for 30 seconds to loosen it up.
- Transfer sliced sweet potatoes to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Drizzle the brown sugar mixture over the top of the sweet potatoes and toss to combine. You want each piece of sweet potato coated in the mixture.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and gently stir. Bake for another 15 minutes (no foil) and again, gently stir. Check to see how tender the sweet potatoes are at this point. Bake for another 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the size and thickness of your potatoes. Make sure they are tender (but not falling apart) before removing.
- If adding marshmallows, sprinkle marshmallows on top and pop back in the oven for 5 minutes. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 kcal, Carbohydrate 55 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Sodium 199 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 32 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MOM'S CANDIED YAMS WITH CARAMEL
I took my mom's childhood candied yam recipe and added a layer of caramel. It is now a must at every Thanksgiving and Christmas and is often requested with much anticipation by anyone who has had it. One recipe will serve 6, but barely. I promise there won't be leftovers. If you're going to feed 6 or more, I suggest doubling the recipe in a 9x13-inch pan.
Provided by TheEnvyOfKings
Categories Side Dish Casseroles Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix sweet potatoes, pineapple, butter, brown sugar, salt, egg, and cinnamon together in a bowl. Pour half the sweet potato mixture into a 9x9-inch casserole dish. Pour caramel sauce over sweet potatoes; top with 1 cup marshmallows. Spread the remaining sweet potato mixture over marshmallow layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Add the remaining 1 cup marshmallows and bake until marshmallows are golden brown, about 10 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.1 calories, Carbohydrate 51.3 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 274.2 mg, Sugar 22.9 g
GREAT-GRANDMA'S CANDIED YAMS
This is my great-grandma's candied yams recipe. I started making them a few years ago, now everyone asks for them every year. The secret I think is in the orange juice and slow cooking.
Provided by MARAH
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Sweet Potatoes
Time 4h15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add yams and boil for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse twice with cold water. Soak in cold water for 15 minutes.
- While yams are soaking, preheat the oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
- Mix white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg together in a small bowl.
- Peel and cut yams into chunks and place in a large baking dish. Dot with butter and sprinkle with sugar mixture so all yams are coated. Carefully pour enough orange juice into the bottom of baking dish to measure 1/2 inch.
- Bake in the preheated oven, basting often, until yams are tender and the liquid is thick and sticky, 3 to 3 1/2 hours. Sprinkle with mini marshmallows. Turn on the oven's broiler. Broil until marshmallows are melted and toasty, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.3 calories, Carbohydrate 73.4 g, Cholesterol 11.4 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 8.5 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 54.7 mg, Sugar 17.1 g
FLORENCE MAMA'S CANDIED YAMS RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by á-61574
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. In an ungreased 2-quart baking dish place sweet potato slices, overlapping slightly and covering the dish. In a saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cook until sugar is dissolved, then add the orange slices. Pour the mixture over the potatoes, covering the entire surface. Cover the dish tightly with foil. Bake 40 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Remove foil and bake 20 to 25 minutes more or until the top is golden brown. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.
KEYSHAWN'S MOM'S CANDIED YAMS
I was looking for a sweet potato dish that was quick and easy to do for Thanksgiving, as well as, a recipe that did not require oven space or time. Lucky for me, a colleague from work, gave me this recipe from www.foodtv.com. It was exactly what I was looking for.
Provided by Cristina Barry
Categories Yam/Sweet Potato
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Peel potatoes and cut into 2 inch cubes.
- Place potatoes in large pot, cover with sugar, brown sugar and butter cook over medium heat until potatoes are for tender (approx 20 mins) but not mushy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1102.2, Fat 46.2, SaturatedFat 29.2, Cholesterol 122, Sodium 209.4, Carbohydrate 172.5, Fiber 10.2, Sugar 117.5, Protein 5.9
MOM'S CANDIED YAMS
My mom never wrote this recipe down and I call my favorite every year for the recipe! Of course she never wrote it down either!!! This is one of those recipes that takes me back when I taste it. I'm going to do my best to write what my "Aunt Poddy" tells me every year, using the amounts as best as I can, but I will still call her every year just to have her walk me through it!!!! My brother got to taste them this year and he said it was just like mom's, so maybe I'm getting it right!!!
Provided by For JTs Grandma
Categories Yam/Sweet Potato
Time 45m
Yield 1 pan, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place sweet potatoes in casserole dish, single layer.
- Using liquid from potatoes, mix in sugar, syrup, butter, cinnamon, orange juice and lemon.
- Stir over medium heat until it starts to thicken, about 15 minutes.
- Pour over potatoes, then sprinkle a bit more cinnamon over top.
- Cover and bake in 350 oven for about 25 to 30 minutes.
- Top with marshmellows and broil until brown. Watch constantly as this takes only a few minutes!
KEYSHAWN'S MOM'S CANDIED YAMS
Steps:
- Peel potatoes and cut into 2-inch cubes. Place potatoes in large pot, cover with sugar, brown sugar and butter cook over medium heat until potatoes are fork tender (about 20 minutes) but not mushy.
Tips:
- Choose firm, brightly colored yams for the best flavor and texture.
- Peel and cut the yams into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly.
- Soak the yams in cold water for 30 minutes before cooking to help remove excess starch.
- Bring the yams to a boil in a large pot of water, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain the yams and place them in a single layer in a baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, orange juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
- Pour the sauce over the yams and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes, or until the yams are glazed and bubbly.
- Serve the candied yams hot or at room temperature.
Conclusion:
Candied yams are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed at any time of year. They are perfect for holiday meals, potlucks, or everyday dinners. With their sweet and savory flavor, candied yams are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
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