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Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows and Pecans


  • Author: Sofia
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

A beloved holiday centerpiece that balances creamy, spiced sweetness with a crunchy, buttery topping.


Ingredients

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  • 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (Land O Lakes)
  • 1 cup sour cream (Daisy Pure & Natural)
  • 1 can 100% pure pumpkin (Libby's, 15 oz)
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 bag mini marshmallows (Kraft Jet-Puffed, approx. 10–12 oz)
  • 1 cup pecan halves, chopped coarsely
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (for the topping)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into small cubes (for the topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Boil peeled sweet potatoes until tender, drain well, and mash.
  2. Mix mashed potatoes with butter, sour cream, pumpkin, brown sugar, spices, and vanilla until smooth. Spread in a greased 9×13 dish.
  3. Combine pecans, brown sugar, flour, and cold butter for the topping until crumbly. Sprinkle over the base.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and topping is golden.
  5. Top with marshmallows and broil for 2-4 minutes until golden. Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for best texture. Do not freeze with marshmallows added.