Description
Indulge in the warmth of Easy Sweet Potato Casserole, a beloved dish that enhances any gathering with its creamy texture and delightful sweetness. This recipe harmonizes the earthy notes of sweet potatoes with a generous topping of golden marshmallows, creating a comforting side that will become a staple at your family meals. Whether it’s Thanksgiving or a cozy dinner, this casserole is quick to prepare and easy to love, making it perfect for cooks of all skill levels. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time. Enjoy the rich flavors and inviting aroma as it bakes to perfection—this dish is sure to leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 10 oz mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Peel and cut sweet potatoes into large chunks. Boil in water until tender (15-20 minutes).
- Drain and return sweet potatoes to the saucepan. Mash until smooth.
- Mix in melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg until combined.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture in the dish and top evenly with mini marshmallows.
- Bake for 25-35 minutes until bubbly and marshmallows are golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg