Description
Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows is a comforting, indulgent dish that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. Creamy mashed sweet potatoes are perfectly blended with butter and sugar, then topped with fluffy marshmallows that toast to a golden brown. This delightful side dish is not only easy to prepare but also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser during holidays or family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch cinnamon
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Peel and chop sweet potatoes into chunks; boil in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool slightly before mashing.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt; mix until smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Evenly sprinkle mini marshmallows over the casserole.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until marshmallows are golden brown and puffy. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 127g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg