Description
Sweet Potato Casserole is the quintessential Thanksgiving side dish that combines the creamy goodness of sweet potatoes with a delectable topping of crunchy pecans and gooey marshmallows. This dish captures the essence of holiday warmth, making it a beloved favorite at family gatherings. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s sure to be the highlight of your festive table, inviting everyone to indulge in its comforting embrace.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans (toasted if desired)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel and chop sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash.
- In a bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a baking dish and smooth the top.
- Mix chopped pecans with mini marshmallows in another bowl. Sprinkle over the sweet potato mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg