Baked Yams
Baked Yams with pineapple and a crunchy nut topping offer a delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and warm spices. Perfect for holiday dinners or cozy family meals, this dish combines tender yams, caramelized pineapple, and a buttery crumb topping for a comforting, flavorful side.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Drain pineapple slices, reserving 1/4 cup pineapple syrup.
- Line sides of an 8 x 10-inch baking dish with pineapple slices, slightly overlapping. Arrange yams in the center.
- Pour the reserved pineapple syrup over the yams.
- Combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
- Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in chopped nuts and sprinkle the mixture over the yams.
- Top with miniature marshmallows.
- Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes.
Tips & Substitutions
For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of nutmeg to the flour mixture. If you don't have brown sugar, you can substitute it with white sugar mixed with a bit of molasses. For a healthier twist, try using unsweetened applesauce instead of butter, which can also help bind the topping.
Serving Suggestions
Baked yams make a delightful side dish for holiday meals or family gatherings. They pair beautifully with roasted meats or a green salad, such as Boot Hill Salad, for a balanced plate. For a sweet twist on dessert, serve alongside Peaches And Cream Cake to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the yams in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes until warmed through. You can also microwave individual portions for a quick snack, but the marshmallows may lose their texture.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Baked Yams contains roughly 594 calories, with 9g protein, 114g carbohydrates, and 11g fat. It is an excellent source of iron (101% of the Daily Value), vitamin A (67% of the Daily Value), and calcium (32% of the Daily Value), and a good source of dietary fiber and protein. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1534mg per serving (67% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use fresh yams instead of canned?
Yes, you can use fresh yams! Simply peel, cube, and boil them until tender before layering in the baking dish. Adjust the baking time as needed, since fresh yams typically require longer to cook than canned varieties.
What can I use instead of nuts if I have allergies?
If you're allergic to nuts, you can omit them entirely or replace them with seeds like sunflower or pumpkin seeds for added crunch. You could also use crushed graham crackers for a different texture and flavor profile.
Can I prepare this dish ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can assemble the dish a day in advance and store it covered in the refrigerator. When you’re ready to bake, just add a few extra minutes to the cooking time to ensure everything is heated through.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).