Description
Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows is the ultimate holiday delight that combines sweet, creamy mashed sweet potatoes topped with gooey, golden marshmallows. This crowd-pleasing dish is a nostalgic favorite at family gatherings, bringing warmth and joy to your dinner table. Perfect for Thanksgiving or potlucks, it’s incredibly easy to prepare, making it a must-have recipe for busy celebrations.
Ingredients
- 4 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Boil sweet potatoes in water until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain and mash the sweet potatoes in a large pot. Add butter, brown sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon; mix until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top generously with mini marshmallows.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until the marshmallows are golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in a pinch of nutmeg or using a combination of orange and purple sweet potatoes for visual appeal. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days; reheat at 350°F until warmed through.
