Sweet Potato Yam Casserole with Marshmallows
Indulge in the ultimate holiday comfort with this Sweet Potato Yam Casserole with Marshmallows, a deliciously rich and creamy side dish that’s perfect for festive gatherings or cozy dinners. Featuring velvety mashed sweet potatoes blended with butter, brown sugar, vanilla, and a hint of cinnamon, this casserole is a harmonious balance of sweet and savory flavors. Topped with a layer of golden, toasted mini marshmallows, it delivers a delightful contrast of textures in every bite. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to 8, this crowd-pleasing recipe is as easy to prepare as it is irresistible. Whether you call them sweet potatoes or yams, this classic dish is a must-have on your Thanksgiving or Christmas table.
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Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes or yams
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 2-inch chunks.
Step 3
Place the sweet potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
Step 4
Drain the sweet potatoes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Step 5
Using a potato masher or electric mixer, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
Step 6
Stir in the butter, brown sugar, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined and creamy.
Step 7
Transfer the mashed mixture to a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish and spread it evenly.
Step 8
Top the sweet potato mixture with an even layer of mini marshmallows.
Step 9
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden and toasted.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1103.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1989.4 |
| Total Fat 49.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 28.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 129.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1731.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 384.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 238.1g | |
| Protein 13.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 26.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 451.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2746.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories