Yams and Apples Casserole

Transform your holiday table or weeknight dinner with this irresistible Yams and Apples Casserole, a comforting side dish that perfectly balances sweet and spiced flavors. Layered with tender yams and tart apple slices, this recipe is brought to life with a topping of brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, oats, and optional pecans for added crunch. Melted butter binds the topping into a delightful crumble that turns golden and crisp in the oven. This easy-to-make dish, ready in just an hour, combines wholesome ingredients for a naturally sweetened treat the whole family will love. Whether you're serving it alongside roasted meats or enjoying it on its own, this casserole is a delicious blend of warmth, texture, and fall-inspired flavors—perfect for the holiday season or any cozy gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups yams (sweet potatoes), peeled and sliced
• 3 medium apples (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup rolled oats
• 0.25 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced yams and apples. Spread them evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 4

Sprinkle half of the sugar mixture over the yams and apples.

Step 5

In another bowl, prepare the topping by combining the flour, oats, pecans (if using), and the remaining sugar mixture.

Step 6

Pour the melted butter over the topping mixture and stir until it forms a crumbly texture.

Step 7

Sprinkle the topping evenly over the yams and apples in the baking dish.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 20 minutes, or until the yams are tender and the topping is golden brown.

Step 10

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1708.9 grams (1708.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2200

Total Fat 71.10g	91%
Saturated Fat 31.70g	159%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 1145mg	50%
Total Carbohydrate 382.80g	139%
Dietary Fiber 50.70g	181%
Total Sugars 165.40g
Protein 28.20g	56%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 460mg	35%
Iron 10mg	58%
Potassium 4197mg	89%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.0%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 67.0%