Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows - this sweet potato casserole with marshmallows recipe is a classic Thanksgiving side dish + so easy!
Ingredients
2 1/2poundssweet potatoespeeled and cut into 2 inch cubes
4tablespoonsbuttervegan butter works
2eggs
1/4cupfull fat coconut milk or heavy creamunsweetened almond milk works
1/4cupreal maple syrup
1/4 - 1/2cupbrown sugar or coconut sugar
1/2teaspoonkosher salt
1/4teaspoonground cinnamon
1/4teaspoonground nutmeg
1teaspoonvanilla extract
mini marshmallows for topping
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Bring a large pot of water to boil. Carefully add the sweet potatoes and let simmer until they are very soft; approx. 15-20 minutes. Drain.
Add boiled sweet potatoes to a medium mixing bowl along with the butter, eggs, milk, maple syrup, sugar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla extract. Mash together until you have reached your desired consistency - use a hand masher for a rougher texture or a electric hand mixer for a smoother texture.
Pour out into an 11-inch round casserole dish (or comparable baking dish).
Place marshmallows on top in a single layer.
Place in the oven, middle rack and uncovered, for 20-30 minutes or until marshmallows are slightly brown.
Remove and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Storage: store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Add-ins: feel free to add in some pecans (candied or regular) either into the sweet potato mixture or sprinkled on top.
Peeled potatoes: you don't have to peel the potatoes if you prefer not to.