Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallow
Ingredients
- 3 ½ lb.sweet potatoes
- ½ c.butter
melted, plus more to grease the casserole dish
- ½ c.heavy cream
- ⅓ c.light brown sugar
- 3 largeeggs
- 1 ¼ tsp.salt
- 1 ½ tsp.cinnamon
- ¾ tsp.smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp.cayenne pepper
optional
- ½ c.all-purpose flour
- ½ c.light brown sugar
- ½ tsp.cinnamon
- ¼ tsp.salt
- 1 c.chopped pecan
- ¼ c.butter
melted
- 2 c.mini marshmallows
divided
Directions
- 1
For the filling: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
- 2
Place the sweet potatoes on the foil and pierce the tops 2 to 3 times with a knife. Loosely cover with foil. Roast until very soft, about 50 to 60 minutes. Uncover and let rest until cool enough to handle. Peel the sweet potatoes, discarding the skin.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine the roasted sweet potato, butter, cream, light brown sugar, eggs, salt, cinnamon, smoked paprika, and cayenne. Mash until smooth (or leave it a little chunky if you like!).
- 4
Reduce the oven temperature to 375°F. Butter a 13-by-9-inch casserole dish. Place the sweet potato filling in the casserole dish and smooth the top.
- 5
For the topping: In a small bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the pecans and butter and mix until the mixture is clumpy. Sprinkle 1 cup of marshmallows all over the potato filling. Then top with all of the streusel. Bake for 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and top with the remaining 1 cup of marshmallows. Return to the oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly around the edges, hot in the middle, and the marshmallows on top are golden brown. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallow
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About this Recipe
Elevate your holiday spread with the ultimate side dish: Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallow. This beloved comfort food is an essential part of any Thanksgiving table, promising to delight every guest with its irresistible combination of flavors and textures.
What makes this sweet potato casserole truly special is the thoughtful combination of creamy sweet potato base and a luxurious topping. You'll find a generous layer of pillowy marshmallows paired with a crunchy, buttery pecan crumble. The inclusion of warming spices like cinnamon and a touch of smoked paprika and cayenne pepper (optional) creates a complex flavor profile that goes beyond mere sweetness, offering a truly balanced and memorable dish.
Prepare for a side dish that is both indulgent and comforting. Each spoonful delivers the velvety smoothness of mashed sweet potatoes, enriched with heavy cream and brown sugar, perfectly complemented by the contrasting crunch of the pecan topping. The marshmallows, once golden, add a delightful chewiness and subtle caramelized sweetness. This casserole is designed to be the star side dish, a rich and satisfying component of your holiday meal.
Customizing this casserole is simple and fun. If pecans aren't your preference, feel free to substitute with walnuts or skip the nuts entirely for a plain marshmallow topping. The cayenne pepper is optional, so you can easily adjust the spice level to your liking or omit it for a milder flavor. For a slightly less sweet profile, you could gently reduce the amount of light brown sugar in the potato base, though its rich sweetness is part of its charm.
This classic American comfort food is ideal for special occasions, particularly Thanksgiving, where it shines as a hearty and celebratory side. Serve it alongside your roasted turkey and other holiday favorites for a truly unforgettable feast.