This sweet potato casserole with marshmallows is a classic dish that brings warmth and sweetness to your Thanksgiving table. Perfect as a side dish, it combines creamy sweet potatoes with a delightful marshmallow topping, making it a favorite among sweet recipes.
This recipe is easy to prepare and serves as a delicious addition to your fall dinner recipes and Thanksgiving dishes.
Delicious Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe
This sweet potato casserole features smooth, mashed sweet potatoes mixed with brown sugar and spices, topped with fluffy marshmallows that melt to create a sweet, gooey layer. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 8 people.
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Prep the Sweet Potatoes: Boil the cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot of salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
- Mash the Sweet Potatoes: In a large bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Stir in brown sugar, milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the sweet potato mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Add Marshmallow Topping: Sprinkle the mini marshmallows evenly over the top of the sweet potato mixture.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
- Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy this sweet potato casserole as a delightful side dish for your Thanksgiving feast.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8 servings
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
