Description
Loaded sweet potato casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy sweet potatoes with a delightful medley of spices. Topped with crunchy pecans and gooey marshmallows, this dish is perfect for any occasion, from holiday feasts to cozy weeknight dinners. Its inviting aromas and rich flavors will leave your family and friends coming back for seconds, making it a favorite at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Peel and chop sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil in salted water for about 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Drain and return sweet potatoes to the pot. Add butter, brown sugar, milk, and cinnamon. Mash until smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans evenly over the mashed sweet potatoes, then layer with mini marshmallows.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg