Description
A creamy and sweet casserole that combines comfort food with culinary elegance, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large sweet potatoes (about 4 cups mashed)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup milk (or almond milk for a dairy-free option)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for a vegan alternative)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into equal pieces for even cooking. Place them in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
- Once the sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, mash them in a large bowl until smooth. Add in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, milk, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until well combined and creamy.
- Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a greased baking dish, smoothing out the top with a spatula to ensure an even layer.
- In a separate bowl, mix the topping ingredients: mini marshmallows, chopped nuts, brown sugar, and melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture over the sweet potato base.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes. The casserole should be bubbly, and the toppings should have a beautiful golden-brown color.
- Let it sit for about 10 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Notes
Serve alongside roasted Brussels sprouts, fried chicken, or turkey for a complete meal. For a lighter option, top with a drizzle of maple syrup or sprinkle of cinnamon before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg