Sugar-Free Candied Yams with High Protein and Low Sugar

A deliciously nutritious take on a classic favorite, these Sugar-Free Candied Yams provide a wholesome twist on a traditional dish. Designed to support your health-focused lifestyle, this recipe is rich in flavor yet low in added sugars, leveraging sugar-free maple syrup and allulose to create a satisfying sweetness without extra calories. Enhanced with warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, these yams deliver a comforting taste while adhering to Anti-Inflammatory, Low Carb, and High-Protein diet principles.


This dish is completely gluten-free and free from common allergens, making it a safe and enjoyable option for those with dietary restrictions. Each serving is packed with vitamins and minerals from the yams, and the added vanilla protein powder boosts the protein content, perfect for anyone aiming to increase their protein intake while maintaining a healthy weight.


Quick and simple to prepare, these Sugar-Free Candied Yams make for a fantastic side dish or healthy snack, suitable for any meal of the day. Enjoy them warm as a nutritious addition to your dinner plate or as a delicious, guilt-free treat throughout the week. This recipe embodies healthy eating without sacrificing flavor or satisfaction, making it an excellent choice for those looking to enhance their diet.

Overview

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

30 min

Total Time

40 min

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

1 cup (250 grams)

Yams

Peeled and diced

2 medium

Sugar-Free Maple Syrup

Natural sugar substitute

Recommended Brand: Mott's

1/4 cup

Allulose

Adjust sweetness to taste

Recommended Brand: Swerve

2 tablespoons

Cinnamon

Unsweetened and dairy-free

Recommended Brand: So Delicious

1 teaspoon

Nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon

Vanilla Extract

Optional

1/2 teaspoon

Vanilla Protein Powder

Plant-based, gluten-free

1 scoop

Vanilla Protein Powder

Plant-based, gluten-free

Recommended Brand: Orgain

1 scoop

Steps

 
0 of 6

Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

220

Total Fat

3g

Saturated Fat

0g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

0g

Polyunsaturated Fat

0g

Cholesterol

0mg

Sodium

5mg

Total Carbohydrates

40g

Dietary Fiber

5g

Soluble Fiber

1g

Insoluble Fiber

4g

Total Sugars

6g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

12g

Calcium

80mg

Iron

1.5mg

Potassium

500mg

Vitamin A

150mcg

Vitamin C

10mg

Phosphorus

30mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Peanut
Tree Nut
Sesame
Soy
Legume
Dairy
Gluten
Coconut