Description
Sweet Potato Casserole is a beloved comfort food that beautifully combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with rich flavors and inviting textures. This easy-to-make dish features a creamy base enriched with brown sugar and warm spices like cinnamon, topped with either fluffy marshmallows or crunchy pecans for an irresistible finish. Perfect for holiday gatherings, family dinners, or any special occasion, this Sweet Potato Casserole is sure to impress your guests and become a cherished favorite in your recipe collection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup marshmallows or pecans (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Peel and chop sweet potatoes; boil in salted water until tender (15-20 minutes).
- Drain and mash sweet potatoes in a bowl, mixing in butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Stir in cinnamon and any additional spices you desire.
- Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with marshmallows or pecans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through and golden on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Substitute marshmallows with crushed graham crackers for added texture. Prepare the casserole a day ahead, refrigerate it unbaked, then bake before serving.