Description
This classic Southern casserole combines creamy mashed sweet potatoes with a sweet, buttery topping of toasted marshmallows. Perfect for holiday dinners!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Boil cubed sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash.
- Mix the Casserole: In a large bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and milk. Stir until smooth.
- Assemble and Bake: Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a greased casserole dish. Top with marshmallows.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until marshmallows are golden brown.
- Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of chopped pecans on top before baking.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar.
- Can be made a day ahead and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Protein: 2g