Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows
These Sweet Potatoes with marshmallows are my favorite version of the slightly sweet classic holiday side dish. They're filled with mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg and topped with ooey gooey mini marshmallows.
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 480kcal
Ingredients
- 4 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1" pieces
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 3 cups mini marshmallows (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, cut into 1" pieces and add to a large pot. Fill the pot with water to cover the potatoes and bring to a boil. Continue to boil for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
- When the sweet potatoes have finished cooking, drain well. Put them back into the cooking pot and use a potato masher to mash the sweet potatoes until they are smooth.
- In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, then add the brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Bring to boil and boil for 30 seconds, then reduce the heat slightly, add 1½ cups of the marshmallows and continue to cook and stir until the marshmallows are melted.
- Pour the butter and marshmallow mixture into the sweet potatoes and stir until combined. Spread this sweet potato mixture into a 9 x 13" baking dish and top evenly with the remaining 1½ cups mini marshmallows.
- Bake in a preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the tops of the marshmallows are golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Storing Leftovers - Cover with an airtight lid or plastic wrap and store in the fridge for 4-5 days.
- Make-Ahead - Let the dish sit out for 30 minutes, bake covered at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes until hot, then add the marshmallows and bake uncovered at 400°F for 10 to 15 minutes until golden.
- To Reheat- Place on a microwave-safe dish and heat for 1-minute increments or until the potatoes are heated throughout.
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 177mg | Potassium: 462mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 46g | Vitamin A: 13477IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 1mg