Holiday Gingersnap Marshmallow Yams
Holiday Gingersnap Marshmallow Yams balance silky, buttery sweet potatoes with a hint of lemon and the warm spice of crushed gingersnaps. Topped with soft, gooey marshmallows, it’s a nostalgic, candy-sweet side that complements rich roasts and savory mains. Serve it at festive dinners or any time you want a cozy, dessert-like side dish for the table.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the sweet potatoes, butter, and lemon juice. Break the gingersnap cookies into the sweet potato mixture; cook, stirring occasionally, until thick, about 15 minutes.
- 2
Spread your desired amount of marshmallows over the sweet potato mixture. Remove from heat, cover with a lid until the marshmallows are melted, about 5 minutes. Serve warm.
- Calories 329.75 kcal Moderate
- Protein 3.18 g Low Source
- Carbs 70.33 g Moderate
- Total Fat 3.94 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.81 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 5.23 mg Low Source
- Sodium 210.62 mg Moderate
- Fiber 4.67 g Moderate
- Sugar 32.58 g High
- Added Sugar 21.44 g High
- Calcium 57.14 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.97 mg Moderate
- Potassium 66.82 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 1897.04 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 18.91 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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