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Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Bake

Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Bake layers creamy, lightly spiced sweet potatoes under a blanket of toasty, gooey marshmallows. Hints of brown sugar and orange brighten the richness, creating a balanced, nostalgic flavor. Perfect as a festive side for holiday dinners or any cozy gathering where a touch of sweetness belongs on the table.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook45 mins
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyEasy
Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Bake

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Bake, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

40 Health Score
Glycemic ImpactPoor
34 / 100
Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor
21 / 100
Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood
71 / 100
Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
2 / 4
Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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66
Heart Health
24
Metabolic
36
Digestive
36
Inflammatory
20
Performance
40
General Wellness
  1. 1

    Gather all the ingredients, and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. 2

    Put the sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat, drain, and mash.

  3. 3

    Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a large bowl. Add the brown sugar, butter, orange juice, and cinnamon; beat with an electric mixer until combined.

  4. 4

    Spread the mixture evenly in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the marshmallows over the top.

  5. 5

    Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is heated through and the marshmallows are puffed and golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve and enjoy!

About This Recipe

Marshmallow Topped Sweet Potato Bake is made with 6 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 1 hr and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Brown Sugar, Ground Cinnamon, Margarine, and Miniature Marshmallows. Each serving provides about 320.72 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Bake made of?
The main ingredients are Brown Sugar, Ground Cinnamon, Margarine, Miniature Marshmallows, Orange Juice. The full list of 6 is above.
How long does it take to make Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Bake?
About 1 hr in total: 15 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 320.72 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Bake easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 6 steps.
Is Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Bake healthy?
Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Bake has an easyChef Pro health score of 40/100. Per serving, it provides 320.72 calories and 2.26 g of protein, or 5% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: added sugars at 21.1 g (42% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus and Milk, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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