Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potatoes

Experience the perfect blend of sweet and savory with our Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Delight. This vegetarian American classic features creamy sweet potatoes topped with gooey marshmallows, enhanced by a hint of cinnamon and a splash of orange juice. Ideal for holiday feasts or family gatherings, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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Recipe Collection: Dessert

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 60 minutes

Overview

This sweet potato casserole with marshmallows is a delightful dish that balances between a side dish and a dessert. Perfect for holiday gatherings, it combines the creamy texture of sweet potatoes with the gooey sweetness of marshmallows, enhanced by a hint of cinnamon and orange juice.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy (if using butter)

Cuisine

American

Ingredients

• 5 Medium sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
• 0.5 Cups packed brown sugar
• 0.25 Cups butter, melted
• 3 Tablespoons (tbsp) orange juice
• 1 Pinch ground cinnamon
• 1 10.5 Ounces (oz) package miniature marshmallows

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Place the peeled and sliced sweet potatoes in a large saucepan. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash the sweet potatoes.
3. In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, butter, orange juice, and cinnamon. Use an electric mixer to blend the ingredients until smooth.
4. Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
5. Sprinkle the miniature marshmallows evenly over the top of the sweet potato mixture.
6. Bake in the preheated oven until the marshmallows are puffed and golden brown, about 25 to 30 minutes.
7. Serve warm and enjoy!

This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. For best results, add the marshmallows just before baking.