Candied Yams With Cranberries Recipe

Elevate your holiday table with this irresistible twist on classic candied yams! Sweet and savory yams mingle with tart cranberries and a gooey marshmallow topping for a flavor explosion. This treasured family recipe, unearthed from a bag of miniature marshmallows, delivers a delightful balance of sweetness and tartness that will leave you wanting more. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 466 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Candied Yams With Cranberries

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How to Make Candied Yams With Cranberries

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup rolled oats, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  3. Cut in 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Peel and cube 3 pounds of yams. In a large bowl, gently toss the yams with 1 cup fresh cranberries.
  5. Lightly toss 1 cup of the crumb mixture with the yams and cranberries to coat.
  6. Arrange the yam mixture in a greased 1 1/2-quart casserole dish.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture evenly over the top.
  8. Bake for 35 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven and sprinkle evenly with 1 cup miniature marshmallows.
  10. Return to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until marshmallows are golden brown and lightly toasted.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

108g

Fat

33g

Carbs

29g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Candied Yams With Cranberries?

Candied Yams With Cranberries takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Candied Yams With Cranberries?

Candied Yams With Cranberries has approximately 466 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 29 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Candied Yams With Cranberries?

The key ingredients for Candied Yams With Cranberries are Flour, Brown Sugar, Oatmeal, Cinnamon, Butter, Yams. See the full list with measurements above.

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