Yam Casserole With Ginger Snap Topping Recipe

Name: Yam Casserole With Ginger Snap Topping
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Yams:; 5 midsized/large Yams; 4 Tbs. butter; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 3/4 cup real maple syrup (add more to taste if needed); 1 tsp. nutmeg (add more to taste if needed); 1 tsp. cinnamon (add more to taste if needed); 2 pinches of salt; For ginger snap topping:; 1 box of ginger snap cookies, crumbled and broken; 2 cups pecans, chopped; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 4 Tbs. butter, melted

Servings: persons

For the Yams:
5 midsized/large Yams
4 Tbs. butter
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3/4 cup real maple syrup (add more to taste if needed)
1 tsp. nutmeg (add more to taste if needed)
1 tsp. cinnamon (add more to taste if needed)
2 pinches of salt
For ginger snap topping:
1 box of ginger snap cookies, crumbled and broken
2 cups pecans, chopped
1/2 cup brown sugar
4 Tbs. butter, melted

1
Peel the yams and cut into as even as pieces as you can. Place in boiling water and cook through until tender.
2
While yams are cooking make the ginger snap topping. First crush the ginger snap cookies in a Ziploc bag making them into bite sized pieces. Add the pecans, brown sugar and butter into the bag and shake around until everything is coated evenly.
3
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Once the yams are done drain and place back in pot. Add butter into and stir until melted. Add the whipping cream, maple syrup, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt. Mix with a hand mixer until whipped together nicely. Taste and add bits more of the maple syrup, nutmeg, and cinnamon until the taste is right for you.
4
Place yams in 9 x 13 baking dish (this will be the serving dish as well so choose your dish with care for presentation purposes). Smooth out the yams and then place the ginger snap topping over the yams. Make sure there is a nice thick layer of topping. Place tin foil over the yam casserole and place on the oven for 30 minutes, removing the tin foil for the last 10 minutes of baking.
5
***The yam mixture can be prepared up to 24 hours ahead of time; placed in the casserole dish and covered. Keep refrigerated until ready to heat and serve. Make the ginger snap topping right before heating the dish. Increase the baking time to 1 hour.

2260

kcal

Calories

223

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Yams:, 5 midsized/large Yams, 4 Tbs. butter, 1 cup heavy whipping cream, and more.

Yes, Yam Casserole With Ginger Snap Topping falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Yam Casserole With Ginger Snap Topping

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