Description
A heartwarming dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with spices and a crunchy topping, perfect for holidays and family feasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, milk, butter, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish. Sprinkle chopped pecans (and mini marshmallows, if using) on top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until heated through and the top is slightly golden.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg