Description
This Sweet Potato Casserole features creamy mashed sweet potatoes topped with a crunchy pecan mixture and optional mini marshmallows. It’s a perfect side dish for holiday gatherings, combining the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with rich flavors of butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover with water by about an inch.
- Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
- Drain the sweet potatoes in a colander and let cool for a few minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the drained sweet potatoes until smooth and creamy.
- Add the softened butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Crack the two large eggs into the mixture and stir until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, combine the chopped pecans with a tablespoon of melted butter and a tablespoon of brown sugar.
- Mix until the pecans are well coated and set aside.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the pecan topping over the sweet potato mixture. If using, add mini marshmallows on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbly.
- If the pecans brown too quickly, cover loosely with aluminum foil.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This casserole pairs well with roasted meats and is a great addition to holiday meals.
- For added sweetness, drizzle more maple syrup over the top before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes