Sweet potato casserole: Discover a family favorite recipe!
A delicious and comforting sweet potato casserole that is a family favorite, perfect for holiday gatherings and special occasions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, milk, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- If desired, top with mini marshmallows.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until heated through and marshmallows are golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier version, reduce the amount of sugar or use a sugar substitute.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Feel free to add chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the casserole
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg