Yam Bonbons Recipe

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Yam Bonbons
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Directions:

  1. In a steamer, cook yams., covered, until tender, about 12-16 minutes, then transfer to large mixing bowl.
  2. Using a mixer on medium-high speed, beat yams until light & fluffy.
  3. Add butter, brown sugar, salt & zest, beating until well blended.
  4. Cover with plastic wrap & refrigerate 2-3 hours.
  5. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F, then line a baking sheet with foil & coat it lightly with cooking spray.
  6. Place corn flakes in shallow pan.
  7. Divide yams into 16 portions & shape each portion around a marshmallow.
  8. Coat each round evenly with corn flakes [Rinse hands often to keep from sticking.].
  9. Place finished yam bonbons on prepared baking sheet & top with a pecan half, pressing down slightly.
  10. Bake 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden.
  11. Cool 5 minutes before transferring to serving platter.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 166.34 Kcal (696 kJ)
Calories from fat 25.86 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.87g 4%
Cholesterol 7.63mg 3%
Sodium 200.66mg 8%
Potassium 300.49mg 6%
Total Carbs 33.76g 11%
Sugars 14.53g 58%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g 10%
Protein 2.26g 5%
Vitamin C 1.8mg 3%
Vitamin A 0.9mg 30%
Iron 1mg 6%
Calcium 34.5mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 154.34 Kcal (646 kJ)
Calories from fat 23.99 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.67g 4%
Cholesterol 7.08mg 3%
Sodium 186.17mg 8%
Potassium 278.81mg 6%
Total Carbs 31.33g 11%
Sugars 13.48g 58%
Dietary Fiber 2.42g 10%
Protein 2.09g 5%
Vitamin C 1.7mg 3%
Vitamin A 0.8mg 30%
Iron 0.9mg 6%
Calcium 32mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 3
    Points
  • 4
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

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