{"id":432892,"date":"2025-10-15T16:57:06","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:57:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=432892"},"modified":"2026-01-11T07:00:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-11T00:00:10","slug":"thanksgiving-sweet-potato-recipes-with-canned-yams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-sweet-potato-recipes-with-canned-yams\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Favorite Thanksgiving Sweet Potato Recipes Using Canned Yams That Will Delight Your Guests"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Thanksgiving is that magical time of year when flavors come together to create unforgettable meals. If you&#8217;re looking for a way to impress your guests without spending all day in the kitchen, canned yams are your secret weapon. These delicious recipes are not just easy to make; they are sure to become the star of your holiday feast!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-sweet-potato-recipes-with-canned-yams\/#Sweet_Potato_Casserole_with_a_Crunchy_Topping\" >Sweet Potato Casserole with a Crunchy Topping<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-sweet-potato-recipes-with-canned-yams\/#Maple_Glazed_Sweet_Potato_Waffles\" >Maple Glazed Sweet Potato Waffles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-sweet-potato-recipes-with-canned-yams\/#Sweet_Potato_and_Apple_Bake\" >Sweet Potato and Apple Bake<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sweet_Potato_Casserole_with_a_Crunchy_Topping\"><\/span>Sweet Potato Casserole with a Crunchy Topping<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/16026924\/pexels-photo-16026924.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Sweet Potato Casserole with a Crunchy Topping\" title=\"Sweet Potato Casserole with a Crunchy Topping\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Sara Free on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/close-up-of-food-16026924\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:AliceBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sweet-potato-casserole-with-brown-sugar-topping-1760469749.jpg\" alt=\"Sweet Potato Casserole with Brown Sugar Topping\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pinchofyum.com\/sweet-potato-casserole\" target=\"_blank\">Sweet Potato Casserole with Brown Sugar Topping<\/a><\/strong> from Pinch of Yum<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8 (64 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Gold\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sweet-potato-casserole-1760469749.jpg\" alt=\"Sweet Potato Casserole\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.onceuponachef.com\/recipes\/sweet-potato-casserole.html\" target=\"_blank\">Sweet Potato Casserole<\/a><\/strong> from Once Upon a Chef<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (108 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Aquamarine\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sweet-potato-casserole-with-butter-pecan-crumble-topping-1760469749.jpg\" alt=\"Sweet Potato Casserole with Butter Pecan Crumble Topping\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.averiecooks.com\/sweet-potato-casserole-butter-pecan-crumble-topping\/\" target=\"_blank\">Sweet Potato Casserole with Butter Pecan Crumble Topping<\/a><\/strong> from Averie Cooks<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.6 (706 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This classic dish offers a perfect blend of sweet and savory, with a delightful crunch on top that will have everyone reaching for seconds. The creamy sweet potatoes meld beautifully with the crunchy pecan topping, creating a texture that is simply irresistible.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 cans of yams, drained<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup milk<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup chopped pecans<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup mini marshmallows<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup melted butter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This recipe is popular because it combines familiarity with a surprise twist. The mini marshmallows melt just enough to create a gooey layer that enhances the overall flavor. Plus, the pecan topping gives it that extra crunch that contrasts perfectly with the smoothness of the sweet potatoes. It\u2019s an easy crowd-pleaser that you can prepare ahead of time!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sweet-potato-casserole-with-the-best-pecan-crumble-1760469762.jpg\" alt=\"SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE with the Best Pecan Crumble ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=kPiofLR61VY\" target=\"_blank\">SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE with the Best Pecan Crumble &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/want-the-perfect-sweet-potato-casserole-watch-this-now-1760469762.jpg\" alt=\"Want the PERFECT Sweet Potato Casserole? Watch This Now!\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=gAW9db4y4rk\" target=\"_blank\">Want the PERFECT Sweet Potato Casserole? Watch This Now!<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sweet-potato-casserole-healthy-recipe-with-a-1760469762.jpg\" alt=\"SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE | healthy recipe with a ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=DmcS65QMaPs\" target=\"_blank\">SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE | healthy recipe with a &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maple_Glazed_Sweet_Potato_Waffles\"><\/span>Maple Glazed Sweet Potato Waffles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/12591544\/pexels-photo-12591544.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Maple Glazed Sweet Potato Waffles\" title=\"Maple Glazed Sweet Potato Waffles\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Sena  Aykut on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/plate-of-waffles-12591544\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:WhiteSmoke\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sweet-potato-waffles-recipe-1760469753.jpg\" alt=\"Sweet Potato Waffles Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/sweet-potato-waffles-recipe-23228590\" target=\"_blank\">Sweet Potato Waffles Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from The Kitchn<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (5 reviews). Total Time: 45 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Lavender\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sweet-potato-waffle-recipe-1760469753.jpg\" alt=\"Sweet Potato Waffle Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/feelgoodfoodie.net\/recipe\/sweet-potato-waffles\/\" target=\"_blank\">Sweet Potato Waffle Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Feel Good Foodie<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (643 reviews). Total Time: 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Tan\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sweet-potato-waffles-1760469753.jpg\" alt=\"Sweet Potato Waffles\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myforkinglife.com\/sweet-potato-waffles\/\" target=\"_blank\">Sweet Potato Waffles<\/a><\/strong> from My Forking Life<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (1 reviews). Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Imagine starting your Thanksgiving morning with the warm, inviting aroma of sweet potato waffles wafting through your home. These waffles are both delicious and unique, featuring a luscious maple glaze that will have everyone coming back for more.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 can of yams, drained and mashed<\/li>\n<li>1 cup all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>2 teaspoons baking powder<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup milk<\/li>\n<li>1 egg<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup maple syrup<\/li>\n<li>Butter for cooking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This recipe stands out because it transforms a traditional ingredient into something unexpected and delightful. The waffles are fluffy and slightly sweet, making them perfect for breakfast or brunch on Thanksgiving. The maple glaze adds a touch of elegance, making it feel special. Your guests will love that they can enjoy something familiar while also trying something new!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/kardea-browns-maple-bbq-chicken-and-sweet-potato-1760469764.jpg\" alt=\"Kardea Brown&#039;s Maple BBQ Chicken and Sweet Potato ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Hq9Lspn6bz0\" target=\"_blank\">Kardea Brown&#039;s Maple BBQ Chicken and Sweet Potato &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/regular-waffles-are-good-but-kardea-browns-maple-bbq-1760469764.jpg\" alt=\"Regular waffles are good, but Kardea Brown&#039;s Maple BBQ ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/FoodNetwork\/videos\/how-to-make-kardeas-maple-bbq-chicken-and-sweet-potato-waffles\/2868094890123106\/\" target=\"_blank\">Regular waffles are good, but Kardea Brown&#039;s Maple BBQ &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(facebook.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sweet-potato-waffles-\u2013-a-healthy-protein-packed-treat-1760469764.jpg\" alt=\"Sweet Potato Waffles \u2013 A Healthy, Protein-Packed Treat ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DFqXFuvSCHf\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\">Sweet Potato Waffles \u2013 A Healthy, Protein-Packed Treat &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(instagram.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sweet_Potato_and_Apple_Bake\"><\/span>Sweet Potato and Apple Bake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5768971\/pexels-photo-5768971.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Sweet Potato and Apple Bake\" title=\"Sweet Potato and Apple Bake\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Nicole Michalou on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/person-in-gray-long-sleeve-shirt-holding-a-cake-5768971\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSeaGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cinnamon-roasted-sweet-potatoes-and-apples-1760469756.jpg\" alt=\"Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Apples\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/joyfoodsunshine.com\/cinnamon-roasted-sweet-potatoes-and-apples\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Apples<\/a><\/strong> from JoyFoodSunshine<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (47 reviews). Total Time: 50 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightPink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/mothers-sweet-potato-and-apple-casserole-1760469756.jpg\" alt=\"Mother\u2019s Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mothersbistro.com\/recipes\/sweet-potato-and-apple-casserole\/\" target=\"_blank\">Mother\u2019s Sweet Potato and Apple Casserole<\/a><\/strong> from Mother&#039;s Bistro<\/p>\n<p><small><\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:WhiteSmoke\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cinnamon-sweet-potato-apple-bake-1760469756.jpg\" alt=\"Cinnamon Sweet Potato Apple Bake\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/therealfooddietitians.com\/cinnamon-sweet-potato-apple-bake\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cinnamon Sweet Potato Apple Bake<\/a><\/strong> from The Real Food Dietitians<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (10 reviews). Total Time: 55 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This recipe combines the natural sweetness of yams with tart apples, creating a heartwarming dish that embodies the flavors of fall. The sweet and tangy notes blend harmoniously, making this bake a standout side dish that complements any Thanksgiving meal.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 cans of yams, drained<\/li>\n<li>2 medium apples, peeled and sliced<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 teaspoon nutmeg<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup raisins (optional)<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup melted butter<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon lemon juice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This dish is special because it celebrates the flavors of the season while being incredibly easy to prepare. The combination of sweet potatoes and apples creates a balance that excites the palate, and the spices add warmth. Plus, the golden-brown top makes it visually appealing, ensuring it catches everyone&#8217;s eye on the dinner table. It\u2019s a delicious way to showcase the versatility of canned yams!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore these three mouthwatering Thanksgiving sweet potato recipes featuring canned yams that are sure to impress your guests and elevate your holiday feast.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":434864,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":2,"footnotes":""},"categories":[32],"tags":[19771],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-432892","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-desserts","tag-thanksgiving-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/432892","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=432892"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/432892\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/434864"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=432892"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=432892"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=432892"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=432892"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}