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A vibrant dish of caramel-glazed candied yams arranged neatly on a rustic white plate, steam rising from the soft, glossy caramel coating, surrounded by chopped pecans and a sprig of fresh rosemary, styled on a wooden table with warm ambient lighting.

Oven-Baked Candied Yams with Caramel Drizzle

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Sweet, tender oven-baked yams coated in caramel sauce and topped with crunchy pecans, served warm for a comforting dessert or side dish.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 large sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into 1-inch slices.
  2. Arrange yams in a baking dish.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, heavy cream, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Pour caramel sauce over yams, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  5. Bake uncovered for 30–40 minutes, basting occasionally with sauce.
  6. Sprinkle chopped pecans over the yams before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or orange zest to the caramel sauce.
  • Serve warm as a side dish or dessert.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Method: Baking, simmering
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of dish
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg