Basic Candied Yams

Candied yams topped with marshmallows are a delicious side dish that takes minimal time to prep and can bake in the oven while you prepare the main dish.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 5 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
• Calories: 678 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
• 6 large yams, peeled and sliced into large cubes
• 1.5 cups butter, melted, divided
• 1.5 cups large marshmallows

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking dish.

Step 2

Arrange yams in the prepared baking dish. Combine brown sugar, 1/2 of the melted butter, and vanilla extract in a small bowl; pour evenly over yams. Cover the baking dish.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove and coat with remaining butter. Cover and bake for an additional 30 minutes. Remove the cover, top with marshmallows, and bake until marshmallows are melted, 5 more minutes.