Description
Comforting holiday yam bake delivers a symphony of Southern flavors, blending sweet potatoes with marshmallow and pecan crunch. Warmth from this classic side dish will draw family closer around the dinner table, promising delicious memories with each savory bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups (960 milliliters) yams or sweet potatoes, mashed
- 2 eggs, beaten
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) brown sugar
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) butter, melted
Dairy and Liquid Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Spices and Topping Ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) brown sugar
- ⅓ cup (80 milliliters) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) butter, softened
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) chopped pecans
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C), creating the perfect environment for a delectable yam transformation.
- Generously coat a 9×9-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray, ensuring a smooth release for the golden-brown casserole.
- Combine the yams with a luxurious blend of brown sugar, creating a caramelized foundation that promises sweet, velvety richness.
- Gently fold in the creamy butter, allowing it to mingle with the yams and distribute a luscious, silky texture throughout the dish.
- Sprinkle the marshmallows across the top, creating a cloud-like blanket that will turn golden and puffy during baking.
- Carefully transfer the prepared dish to the preheated oven, letting the heat work its magic and transform the ingredients into a harmonious holiday delight.
- Bake until the marshmallows achieve a perfect bronzed complexion and the yams underneath become tender and bubbling with sweet intensity.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest briefly, allowing the flavors to settle and the temperature to become invitingly warm.
- Serve immediately, revealing a festive side dish that captures the essence of seasonal comfort and culinary celebration.
Notes
- Select bright orange yams with smooth, firm skin for the best flavor and texture.
- Slice yams uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent caramelization.
- Use a sharp knife to create clean, thin cuts that will help the yams cook quickly and absorb seasonings more effectively.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil or olive oil, maintaining the dish’s rich, comforting profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg