Description
Sweet Potato Casserole is a heartwarming dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with a creamy texture and crispy topping. Perfect for holidays or family gatherings, this casserole offers a delightful blend of flavors topped with toasted pecans and mini marshmallows. It’s not just a recipe; it’s a tradition that brings loved ones together, creating cherished memories around the dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and cool slightly.
- Mash the sweet potatoes in a bowl, then stir in melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
- Beat in eggs until fully incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top generously with chopped pecans and mini marshmallows.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg