Sweet Honey Glazed Candied Yams 🍠🍯
✅ Why This Recipe Works
Simple preparation with impressive, restaurant-quality results
Uses fresh, wholesome ingredients you can feel good about
Perfectly balanced flavors that everyone will love
Easy to customize based on dietary preferences and what’s in your pantry
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
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Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Step 2
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the yams. Blanch them for 5-7 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
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Step 3
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, stir in the brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, orange juice, and salt. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the mixture is well combined and bubbly.
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Step 4
In a large baking dish, arrange the blanched yams in a single layer. Pour the honey-butter mixture evenly over the yams, ensuring they are well coated.
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Step 5
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
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Step 6
After 25 minutes, remove the foil and gently stir the yams. If using, sprinkle mini marshmallows on top. Return the dish to the oven uncovered and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the yams are caramelized and tender.
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Step 7
Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious sweet honey glazed candied yams!
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Step 8
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Servings: 6
Pro Tip
Read through all instructions before starting, and prep your ingredients
(mise en place) for a smoother cooking experience.
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🛒 Ingredients
- Fresh ingredients listed above
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Sweet Honey Glazed Candied Yams
👩🍳 Instructions
- Follow step-by-step instructions above