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A vibrant baked sweet potato casserole topped with crunchy pecans and melted marshmallows, served in a rustic ceramic dish with a golden exterior, surrounded by fresh herbs and a festive holiday table setting.

Creamy Sweet Potato Casserole for the Holidays

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A rich and creamy sweet potato casserole baked to perfection, topped with toasted pecans and marshmallows, perfect for holiday dinners.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 cup marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Boil sweet potatoes until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, heavy cream, butter, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until well combined.
  4. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
  5. Top with marshmallows and chopped pecans.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until marshmallows are golden and topping is toasted.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, substitute coconut cream and vegan marshmallows.
  • Adjust sugar to taste for sweeter or less sweet casserole.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 280 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg