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Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows and Pecans

A delightful and comforting side dish that combines sweet potatoes, gooey marshmallows, and crunchy pecans, perfect for holidays and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish, Vegetarian
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base
  • 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes Freshly mashed or canned, drained
  • 1/2 cup sugar Granulated white sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk Whole milk suggested
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Optional
Toppings
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, milk, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well until smooth.
  3. Pour the sweet potato mixture into a greased baking dish.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes.
  2. Remove from the oven and sprinkle mini marshmallows and chopped pecans evenly on top.
  3. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown and melted.
Serving
  1. Serve warm and enjoy this delicious side dish!

Notes

Can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge. Reheat at 350°F until warmed through. For enhanced flavor, top each serving with more chopped pecans or a drizzle of maple syrup.