Cozy Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe for Perfect Holiday Meals
This cozy sweet potato casserole with marshmallows is a holiday favorite, combining creamy sweet potatoes, buttery brown sugar, and toasted marshmallows for the perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup milk (whole milk, almond milk, or coconut milk)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and prick them with a fork. Roast them in the oven for about 45-60 minutes until soft. Alternatively, boil peeled and cubed sweet potatoes for about 15-20 minutes.
- Once the sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel off the skins. Place the flesh in a large mixing bowl and mash until smooth using a hand mixer or potato masher.
- Mix in the melted butter, brown sugar, milk, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Blend until everything is fully incorporated and the mixture is creamy.
- Transfer the sweet potato mixture to the greased baking dish. Use a spatula to spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle mini marshmallows evenly over the top. If using pecans, sprinkle them over the marshmallows for extra crunch.
- Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown and slightly puffed. Keep an eye on it during the last few minutes to avoid over-browning.
- Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Scoop out portions and enjoy!
Notes
[‘Roasting sweet potatoes instead of boiling them intensifies their natural sweetness.’, ‘If marshmallows start to brown too quickly, cover the dish loosely with foil.’, ‘Taste the sweet potato mixture before baking to adjust sweetness or spices.’, ‘Prepare the sweet potato mixture ahead of time and refrigerate for up to two days.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 3
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