Ina Garten Candied Yams Recipe
The Ina Garten candied yams recipe is sweet, soft and perfect for holidays. I love this recipe because it tastes rich but is easy to make. The yams cook until tender and are coated in a buttery, brown sugar glaze.
Ingredients
- 4 large yams or sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch slices
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: mini marshmallows for topping
Instructions
Preheat the oven
- Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish with butter to prevent sticking.
Prepare the yams
- Peel the yams and cut into 1-inch slices. Place them in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
Make the glaze
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Stir until smooth.
Combine yams and glaze
- Pour the glaze over the sliced yams. Mix gently with a spoon so all slices are coated evenly.
Transfer to baking dish
- Place glazed yams in the greased baking dish in a single layer. Pour any leftover glaze over the top.
Cover and bake
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. This helps yams cook evenly and stay moist.
Uncover and bake more
- Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes. Yams should be tender and caramelized on top.
Optional marshmallow topping
- If using marshmallows, sprinkle them on top. Bake 5 more minutes until melted and golden.
Serve warm
- Let the yams rest 5 minutes. Serve warm as a sweet, comforting side dish.
Notes
- Use fresh yams, not old or soft ones
- Cut slices evenly for even cooking
- Do not skip the glaze, it adds flavor
- Cover while baking for moist yams
- Use real butter for best taste