Description

This Easy Candied Yams recipe is a classic, comforting side dish perfect for holiday dinners or anytime you crave a sweet and buttery treat. Using canned yams makes preparation quick and effortless, while a cinnamon and nutmeg spiced brown sugar glaze combined with melty miniature marshmallows on top adds rich flavor and a beautiful golden finish.

Ingredients

Scale

Yams

29 oz canned yams (preferably Bruce’s)

Glaze & Topping

1/4 cup butter (salted preferred)
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows

Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Yams: Preheat your oven to 375° F. Drain the canned yams thoroughly and arrange them in the bottom of an 8×8-inch baking dish.
Add Butter and Brown Sugar Mixture: Slice the butter into eight halves of a tablespoon each and evenly distribute these slices over the yams. In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the yams and butter slices.
Bake Before Adding Marshmallows: Place the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 10 minutes. This allows the butter to melt and the sugar mixture to soak into the yams.
Add Marshmallows and Finish Baking: After the initial bake, carefully remove the dish and sprinkle the miniature marshmallows evenly over the top. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes or until the marshmallows are melted, puffed, and browned to your liking.
Serve Warm: Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. The candied yams are best enjoyed warm as a sweet side dish.

Notes

Make sure to drain the canned yams well to prevent excess liquid in the dish.
You can adjust the amount of marshmallows to your preference.
For a nuttier flavor, consider adding chopped pecans on top before baking with the marshmallows.
Use salted butter to balance the sweetness, or unsalted if preferred and add a pinch more salt accordingly.
To keep the marshmallows from burning, watch closely during the last few minutes of baking.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: candied yams, sweet potatoes, holiday side dish, baked yams, marshmallows, easy yams recipe