Ingredients
– 3 pounds peeled and cubed sweet potatoes forms the creamy base
– ½ cup packed brown sugar adds sweetness and caramel-like notes
– ⅓ cup softened salted butter provides richness and moisture
– ½ teaspoon vanilla extract brings aromatic depth
– ¾ cup chopped pecans (divided) offers crunch and nutty flavor
– ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (optional) introduces warm spice
– Salt and black pepper to taste balances the flavors
– 2 cups miniature marshmallows creates a gooey, golden topping
Instructions
1-First Step: Preheat your oven and prepare your pan as described.
2-Second Step: Boil and mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
3-Third Step: Mix in all the seasonings and half the pecans thoroughly.
4-Fourth Step: Spread the mixture in the pan evenly.
5-Fifth Step: Add the remaining pecans and marshmallows on top.
6-Sixth Step: Bake until golden, and let it cool slightly before serving for the best results. This process not only makes the casserole easy to make ahead but also ensures it stores well for up to 5 days.
Last Step:
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🍽️ Prepare the casserole ahead and refrigerate to enhance flavors.
🥃 Add a splash of bourbon to the sweet potato mixture for a deeper, richer flavor.
🌰 Toast pecans lightly before adding for extra crunch and aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Baking Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling, Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 188
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg