What Are Candy Yams Made Of?
Candy yams are made of sweet potatoes that are boiled or baked until tender, peeled and mashed, mixed with sugar, butter, and spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg, and then sometimes topped with marshmallows before being baked again. Despite their name, candy yams are not made from yams, but rather from sweet potatoes, which are softer and sweeter than traditional yams.