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Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows


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  • Author: Maya Thornwell
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Creamy sweet potato casserole with toasted marshmallows and buttery crumble topping is the perfect holiday side dish. Warm cinnamon, brown sugar, and fluffy marshmallows make it unforgettable.


Ingredients

  • 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream

Topping:

  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1/3 cup butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease baking dish.
  2. Boil sweet potatoes 15–20 minutes until tender; drain and mash.
  3. Mix mashed potatoes with egg, melted butter, sugars, salt, cinnamon, vanilla, and milk.
  4. Spread mixture into baking dish.
  5. Combine topping ingredients and cut in butter until crumbly.
  6. Sprinkle crumble over sweet potatoes and bake 25–30 minutes.
  7. Add marshmallows and bake 5–8 minutes until golden.
  8. Rest 10–15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Drain sweet potatoes well to avoid excess moisture.
  • Allow mash to cool slightly before adding egg.
  • Watch marshmallows carefully to prevent over-browning.
  • Add nuts to crumble for extra texture if desired.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: American