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Sweet Potato Casserole: 5 Irresistible Holiday Secrets


  • Author: ushinzomr

Description

A classic sweet potato casserole topped with a buttery pecan crumble and marshmallows, perfect for holiday gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
  • 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups (200g) mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup (100g) pecans, chopped
  • 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, melted (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large pot, boil sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until well combined.
  4. Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the pecans are well coated.
  6. Sprinkle the pecan mixture evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
  7. Top with mini marshmallows.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the marshmallows are golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • For a more decadent flavor, try adding a splash of bourbon to the sweet potato mixture.
  • Feel free to substitute the pecans with walnuts or omit nuts entirely if desired.
  • This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated. Just bake it right before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 40
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 50
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 15

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