Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with my sweet potato casserole recipe. This delectable dish combines creamy mashed sweet potatoes with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg, topped with a decadent fluffy marshmallows! Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy family dinner, this casserole is sure to become a favorite tradition. Enjoy the rich flavors and satisfying textures of this easy-to-make recipe that brings warmth and joy to every bite.
Equipment
- 1 12 inch cast iron skillet or 9 x 13 inch baking dish
Ingredients
- 3 lbs sweet potatoes peeled and cut into cubes.
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed.
- ⅓ cup butter, softened.
- ½ tsp salt.
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon.
- ½ tsp vanilla extract.
- 2 cups mini marshmallows.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
Preparing the Sweet Potatoes
- Peeling and Cubing: Start by peeling the sweet potatoes and cutting them into evenly sized cubes for even cooking. You can use canned sweet potatoes or yams.
- Boiling or Roasting: Cook the sweet potatoes until they are tender. Boiling in water or roasting in the oven are common methods.
- Mashing: Once cooked, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth or leave some chunks for texture.
- Seasoning: Add butter, brown sugar, spices, and other flavorings while mashing to ensure an even distribution of ingredients.
Topping the Sweet Potato Casserole
- Add your topping of choice from marshmallows, pecans, streusel, coconut flakes, or candied nuts.
Baking the Sweet Potato Casserole
- Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 30 minutes or until marshmallows or topping are lightly browned.Enjoy!