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Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows
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Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows is a comforting and delicious side dish featuring creamy mashed sweet potatoes enhanced with warm spices and topped with golden, toasted mini marshmallows. Perfect for holiday dinners or cozy family meals, this recipe balances natural sweetness and creamy texture with a delightful crunchy marshmallow topping.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups peeled and chopped sweet potatoes (about 3–4 medium sweet potatoes)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup milk or cream (optional, for creamier texture)
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil or steam them until fork-tender to ensure they mash smoothly and form a creamy base.
  2. Mash and Flavor: Drain the cooked sweet potatoes thoroughly. Mash them with the softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, salt, and add a splash of milk or cream if you want an extra smooth consistency.
  3. Transfer to a Baking Dish: Grease a casserole dish and spread the mashed sweet potatoes evenly inside. Smooth the top for a neat surface to hold the marshmallows.
  4. Add the Marshmallows: Generously sprinkle mini marshmallows over the mashed sweet potatoes, making sure they cover the surface completely to form the signature toasted topping.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Bake the casserole in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 25-30 minutes or until the marshmallows are toasted golden brown and the filling is bubbly around the edges.

Notes

  • Use fresh sweet potatoes for better texture and natural sweetness compared to canned.
  • Mini marshmallows melt more evenly, giving a perfect toasted top.
  • Taste the mashed sweet potatoes before baking and adjust sweetness as needed, since sweet potato sweetness can vary.
  • Keep a close eye on the marshmallows in the oven to prevent burning and remove as soon as they are golden brown.
  • Make ahead by preparing the mashed sweet potatoes a day before and add marshmallows just before baking to save time.

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Keywords: sweet potato casserole, marshmallow casserole, holiday side dish, comfort food, gluten free side, baked sweet potatoes

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