Sweetie Pie's-Style Candied Yams

This version captures that iconic rich, velvety glaze using wholesome natural sweeteners and grass-fed butter instead of industrial oils and highly processed sugars.

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs organic sweet potatoes
  • 3 tbsp grass-fed butter
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste
  • 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
  • pinch of sea salt

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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375F and lightly grease a large baking dish.
  2. Peel the organic sweet potatoes and slice into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted grass-fed butter, pure maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla bean paste, orange juice, and sea salt.
  4. Add the sliced potatoes to the bowl and toss until every piece is thoroughly coated in the glaze mixture.
  5. Arrange the slices evenly in the baking dish, ensuring they are not overlapping too much.
  6. Cover the dish tightly with foil and roast for 30 minutes.
  7. Remove the cover and return to the oven for another 15 minutes, basting once with the juices from the pan, until the potatoes are tender and the glaze is thick.

FAQ

Can I make this dairy-free?

Yes, simply swap the grass-fed butter for avocado oil to reach a plant-based version.

How do I keep them from drying out during roasting?

Ensure the dish is tightly covered with foil for the first 30 minutes to steam the potatoes before finishing them uncovered.

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