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Crockpot Candied Yams with Marshmallows

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These Crockpot Candied Yams with Marshmallows are a nostalgic, sweet, and buttery comfort food classic made easy in the slow cooker. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or cozy family dinners, this hands-off recipe delivers tender yams with a gooey marshmallow topping.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs fresh yams or sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • Optional: 1 tsp orange zest

Instructions

  1. Peel yams or sweet potatoes and cut into 1-inch chunks for even cooking.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract.
  3. Add yam chunks to the crockpot and pour the glaze evenly over the top. Toss gently to coat all pieces.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-2.5 hours, stirring once halfway through. Yams are done when tender and the glaze is bubbling.
  5. Sprinkle mini marshmallows over the cooked yams. Replace the lid and cook on HIGH for 10-15 minutes, or until marshmallows are soft and just starting to brown. For a toasted top, broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes if desired.

Notes

Cut yams into uniform chunks for even cooking. Add marshmallows at the end for best texture. For vegan or dairy-free, use plant-based butter and vegan marshmallows. Optional add-ins like nuts or orange zest add extra flavor and crunch. Peel and chop yams the night before for easy prep. If doubling the recipe, split into two batches to avoid overcrowding the crockpot.

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Keywords: candied yams, crockpot, slow cooker, marshmallows, Thanksgiving, holiday, sweet potatoes, comfort food, easy recipe, gluten-free

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