Description
This Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows is a classic, delicious dessert perfect for holiday gatherings or family meals. The combination of creamy sweet potatoes, a hint of orange juice, and sweet marshmallows creates a delightful harmony of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
5 sweet potatoes peeled and sliced
½ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup butter or margarine
3 tablespoons orange juice
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 (10.5 ounce) package miniature marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the sweet potato slices. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and place in a mixing bowl.
- Mash the sweet potatoes with brown sugar, butter, orange juice, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly in a greased baking dish.
- Top with miniature marshmallows.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown.
Notes
For added flavor, consider topping with pecans or a sprinkle of nutmeg alongside the marshmallows.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (about 1/8 of casserole)
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Sweet Potato Casserole, marshmallows, dessert, Thanksgiving, American cuisine