Candied Yams| Best Baked Southern Candied Yams

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 F.

Step 2

Cut off the tips of sweet potatoes.

Step 3

Peel and then slice into ½ thick circles.

Step 4

Place into a 9x13 baking dish. Set side.

Step 5

In a medium-size pot, melt butter over medium-low heat.

Step 6

Add sugar and stir until combined.

Step 7

Add heavy whipping cream and stir until creamy.

Step 8

Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, maple, and vanilla extract.

Step 9

TASTE THE MIXTURE AND MAKE SURE IT TASTES YUMMY. ADD MORE SPICES IF NEEDED.

Step 10

Pour mixture over sweet potatoes.

Step 11

Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.

Step 12

Remove foil, baste and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes or until fork-tender.

Step 13

Plate the candied yams using a slotted spoon. Serve immediately.