Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows & Pecan Streusel
Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows & Pecan Streusel is a comforting dish that combines creamy sweet potatoes with a crunchy pecan topping and fluffy marshmallows. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, this casserole offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With its warm cinnamon notes and toasted pecans, this dish is sure to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Peel and chop sweet potatoes, then boil in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes).
- Drain, return to pot, and mash with butter, milk, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, mix chopped pecans with remaining brown sugar and melted butter to create the streusel topping.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture in the greased dish. Top with mini marshmallows followed by the pecan streusel.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until marshmallows are golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For extra gooeyness, opt for mini marshmallows over regular ones. Add spices like nutmeg or toss in chopped apples for added flavor variations. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to five days; reheat gently in the oven.