Description
Indulging in a dish of Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows is pure holiday nostalgia. Creamy, spiced sweet potatoes form the base, topped with fluffy, golden-brown marshmallows that melt in your mouth. This comforting casserole is beloved at Thanksgiving feasts and winter gatherings alike, offering a balance of sweetness and warmth that appeals to all ages.
Ingredients
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5 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
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½ cup packed brown sugar
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¼ cup butter or margarine
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3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
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1 pinch ground cinnamon
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1 (10.5 ounce / 300 g) package miniature marshmallows
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a medium baking dish.
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In a large pot, cover sweet potatoes with water and bring to a boil. Cook about 15 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain well.
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Mash sweet potatoes until smooth. Add brown sugar, butter, orange juice, and cinnamon. Mix until creamy.
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Transfer the sweet potato mixture to the prepared baking dish.
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Top evenly with marshmallows.
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Bake 20–25 minutes, or until marshmallows are puffed and golden brown.
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Let cool for 5 minutes before serving warm.
Notes
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For extra flavor, add ½ teaspoon nutmeg or vanilla extract.
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Watch carefully near the end—marshmallows can brown quickly.
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Swap marshmallows for chopped pecans or walnuts for a crunchy twist.
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Can be prepped a day ahead; refrigerate without marshmallows and bake the next day.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes (15 min boiling + 25 min baking)
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scoop (~150 g)
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 105 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: <0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows, sweet potato, casserole, dessert, Thanksgiving, holiday recipe