Description
Heavenly Sweet Potato Casserole is a delightful blend of creamy sweet potatoes, crunchy toasted pecans, and gooey mini marshmallows. This comforting dish evokes nostalgia and warmth, making it a perfect centerpiece for Thanksgiving or any family gathering. Easy to prepare, it transforms simple ingredients into a memorable experience that leaves everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans, chopped
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Boil diced sweet potatoes in water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain.
- Mash the sweet potatoes with melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and sprinkle with pecans and mini marshmallows if using.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through and marshmallows are golden.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (about 200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg