There’s just something comforting about the smell of cinnamon, the sweetness of the warm mashed sweet potatoes, and toasted marshmallows that just make me happy. I mean… all types of food make me happy but you know what I mean. ;) Show
Would you consider sweet potato casserole a dessert or a side dish? Hard to decide, right? I’ve always considered and enjoyed this as a side dish. Kinda like a pregame to the real dessert. OH YEAH. I know a lot of people that rather enjoy this dish as dessert. Either way, it’s a win-win! Whether it’s a potluck, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, or just dinner with the fam, this classic casserole is by far the BEST side dish! For Thanksgiving, I make this every year. Every time, there’s a potluck, I bring this dish. If it’s Friendsgiving, guess what I’m bringing? You guessed it – sweet potato casserole. I just feel like it is the best sweet potato casserole recipe in the planet. Maybe I’m biased. Ha! Let’s talk about how incredibly easy it is to bring all this together. Ingredients You’ll Need
How To Make The Best Sweet Potato Casserole
Can I make sweet potato casserole ahead of time?Yes, you absolutely can! You can make the sweet potato mixture up to the step right before adding the pecans and marshmallows (step 4). Once the sweet potato mixture has cooled and all the spices are well combined, add the mixture to the casserole dish and wrap it tightly with plastic wrap. If you’re making it a day in advanceIf you are making the sweet potato casserole 1 day in advance, you can place it in the fridge until the next day. The next day, bring the casserole dish to room temperature, top with pecans and mini marshmallows, and bake! If you’re making it more than a day in advanceIf you are making the sweet potato casserole more than 1 day in advance, you can store it in the freezer for up to 3 months. Make sure it is tightly wrapped in plastic wrap. When you’re ready to bake, transfer it from the freezer to the fridge to thaw overnight. Top with pecans and mini marshmallows and bake! Alternatively, if you don’t have access to an oven at dinner time, you can use a kitchen torch for the marshmallows. Ta-daaaa. See how easy that is?! That’s why I make this every year! You just can’t go wrong. The final outcome will always be ooey gooey, cinnamon-y, and toasty. I promise there won’t be any leftovers. I hope you make this and absolutely love it! More Recipes You Might Like:
A simple yet classic
sweet potato casserole made with cinnamon, nutmeg, chopped pecans and then topped with toasted mini marshmallows! Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 30 mins Total Time 40 mins Course Side Dish Cuisine American
Feel free to omit pecans to make nut-free and/or replace regular marshmallows with vegan marshmallows. You can also omit marshmallows entirely and just use pecans or walnuts. MAKE AHEAD TIP: You can make the sweet potato mixture 1 day in advance, place it in a baking dish, cover the top with foil then refrigerate until the next day. Before serving, bring sweet potato mixture to room temperature, top with pecans/marshmallows then place in the oven to bake for 15-20 minutes at 375 degrees F. Serving: 1 servingCalories: 217 kcalCarbohydrates: 23.5 gProtein: 2.7 gFat: 13.5 gSaturated Fat: 2.7 gCholesterol: 8 mgSodium: 111 mgPotassium: 342 mgFiber: 3.3 gSugar: 12.9 gCalcium: 20 mgIron: 2.5 mg Originally posted in November 2016; Updated recipe and photos in September 2018. How to make the best sweet potato casserole?Instructions
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According to Saveur, it was 1917 when the first instance of sweet potatoes baked with a coat of marshmallows appeared in a recipe booklet commissioned by Angelus Marshmallows. Since then, the dish found its way into more and more culinary publications, allowing for nationwide recognition.
Why do you add eggs to sweet potato casserole?The egg is the all-important binder in a sweet potato casserole: it enriches and stiffens the mixture without making it heavy. Make sure to cool the mash slightly before adding the egg so it doesn't scramble, and to stir well so there are no streaks of cooked egg white in the finished dish.
Is sweet potato casserole the same as yams?No, yams and sweet potatoes are not the same. Yams have rough, dark brown skin that is often compared to tree bark, and their flesh is dry and starchy like a regular potato. Sweet potatoes have smooth reddish skin, softer flesh (when cooked), and a sweet flavor.
What is sweet potato casserole made of?It is made of cooked and mashed sweet potatoes combined with sugar, butter, vanilla, milk and eggs. In this recipe, the sweet potato mixture is then topped with a buttery pecan streusel topping and baked until golden brown. It's a traditional southern favorite for Thanksgiving and other family meals and holidays.
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