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Easy Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

Easy Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe


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  • Total Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Description

Sweet Potato Casserole delivers classic Southern comfort with a sweet crunch. Creamy filling and pecan topping make it memorable.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 4 cups sweet potatoes
  • ½ cup brown sugar

Supporting Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup milk
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Seasoning:

  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ cup mini marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Warm your oven to precisely 350°F, preparing a welcoming space for your sweet potato casserole.
  2. Grab a spacious mixing bowl and add 4 cups of smooth mashed sweet potatoes, creating your creamy foundation.
  3. Pour ½ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup milk, ¼ cup melted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ½ teaspoon cinnamon directly into the sweet potato mixture.
  4. Whisk all ingredients thoroughly, blending until your mixture transforms into a silky, uniform consistency with no lumps remaining.
  5. Select a baking dish and generously coat its interior with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
  6. Carefully transfer your sweet potato blend into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the surface.
  7. Sprinkle ½ cup mini marshmallows across the top, creating a delightful golden-brown blanket.
  8. Slide the casserole into the preheated 350°F oven and bake for exactly 25-30 minutes, watching for marshmallows to turn a perfect golden color.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to settle and marshmallows to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Mash sweet potatoes while still warm for the smoothest texture and easiest mixing.
  • For a less sweet version, reduce brown sugar or swap with maple syrup for deeper flavor.
  • Toast marshmallows carefully to avoid burning – watch the casserole during the last 5 minutes of baking.
  • Make this dish dairy-free by substituting coconut milk and plant-based butter for traditional dairy ingredients.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Category: Casseroles
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 208 kcal
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 57 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 36 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 18 mg