Merlene's Sweet Potato Casserole

Merlene's Sweet Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort food dish that effortlessly blends nostalgic flavors with a gourmet touch. This creamy, perfectly spiced casserole starts with velvety mashed sweet potatoes sweetened with a hint of brown sugar and vanilla, then topped with a buttery pecan crumble for crunch and irresistible texture. To make it even more indulgent, a layer of golden, toasted mini marshmallows crowns the top, adding a gooey, sweet finish. Ready in under an hour, this casserole is an ideal side dish for the holiday table or any special gathering, serving up a delightful combination of sweetness, warmth, and texture in every bite. Perfect for Thanksgiving, potlucks, or cozy family dinners, this recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 large sweet potatoes
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 2 cups mini marshmallows

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into large chunks. Place them in a large pot, cover them with water, and bring to a boil.

Step 3

Boil the sweet potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Drain well.

Step 4

Mash the sweet potatoes in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Stir in 4 tablespoons of melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, make the crumble topping by combining the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter, flour, brown sugar, and chopped pecans. Mix until crumbly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, then remove and sprinkle the mini marshmallows evenly over the top.

Step 9

Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the marshmallows are lightly golden and puffed.

Step 10

Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1491.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3474.4

Total Fat 168.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 572.6mg	0%
Sodium 1876.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 478.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.0g	0%
Total Sugars 277.7g
Protein 44.0g	0%

Vitamin D 133.7IU	0%
Calcium 589.0mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 972.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.0%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 53.1%