Description
Sweet Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy mashed sweet potatoes with a crunchy pecan topping. This dish is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, offering a delightful blend of flavors that warm the heart. With its inviting aroma and vibrant colors, it’s sure to be the star of any meal. Customize it with marshmallows or your favorite spices for an extra touch of love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup toasted pecans
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Peel and chop sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt; mash until smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish. Top with toasted pecans and optional mini marshmallows.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through and marshmallows are golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg