Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows Recipe
Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows - this sweet potato casserole with marshmallows recipe is a classic Thanksgiving side dish + so easy!
Ingredients
- 2 ½ pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 2 inch cubes
- ¼ - ½ cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
- ¼ cup full fat coconut milk or heavy cream or unsweetened almond milk
- ¼ cup real maple syrup
- 4 tablespoons butter vegan butter works
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Topping:
- mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Boil Potatoes: 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.
- Combine: Add boiled sweet potatoes to a medium mixing bowl along with ¼ - ½ cup brown sugar or coconut sugar, ¼ cup full fat coconut milk, ¼ cup real maple syrup, 4 tablespoons butter, 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon and ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg. 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.
- Bake: Pour out into an 11-inch round casserole dish (or comparable baking dish). Place mini 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.
- Serve: 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.
- Other Side Dishes You Might Like: roasted brussel sprouts with pancetta and cranberry fluff salad can round out your holiday spread!
Nutrition
Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 195mg | Potassium: 362mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 13563IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 1mg
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