Sweet Potato Yam Casserole with Marshmallows
Indulge in the ultimate holiday comfort with this Sweet Potato Yam Casserole with Marshmallows, a deliciously rich and creamy side dish that’s perfect for festive gatherings or cozy dinners. Featuring velvety mashed sweet potatoes blended with butter, brown sugar, vanilla, and a hint of cinnamon, this casserole is a harmonious balance of sweet and savory flavors. Topped with a layer of golden, toasted mini marshmallows, it delivers a delightful contrast of textures in every bite. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to 8, this crowd-pleasing recipe is as easy to prepare as it is irresistible. Whether you call them sweet potatoes or yams, this classic dish is a must-have on your Thanksgiving or Christmas table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes or yams
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 2-inch chunks.
Place the sweet potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
Drain the sweet potatoes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Using a potato masher or electric mixer, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
Stir in the butter, brown sugar, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined and creamy.
Transfer the mashed mixture to a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish and spread it evenly.
Top the sweet potato mixture with an even layer of mini marshmallows.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden and toasted.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1989 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.9 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.8 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 130 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 1732 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 384.8 g | 140% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.0 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 238.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.6 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 451 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 2746 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
