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Sweet Potato Casserole with Candied Pecan Marshmallow Topping Recipe -- Family Fresh Meals
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Sweet Potato Casserole with Candied Pecan Marshmallow Topping

This Sweet Potato Casserole with Candied Pecan Marshmallow is the perfect Thanksgiving side dish. A family holiday favorite with all the right toppings!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 45 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Sweet Potato Casserole with Candied Pecan Marshmallow Topping
Servings: 8
Calories: 407kcal
Author: Corey Valley

Ingredients

Mashed Sweet Potatoes:

  • 3 pounds sweet potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup half and half
  • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp salt

Toppings:

  • 4 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup pecans finely chopped
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Prick potatoes with a fork and bake for 50-60 mins or until tender.
  • One done baking, scoop out the insides and place in a large mixing bowl. Add 3 Tb butter, vanilla extract, half and half, pumpkin pie spice, brown sugar and salt to the potatoes and mash until smooth.
  • Transfer the mashed potatoes to the prepared 2 quart casserole dish. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine butter, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, salt, and pecans. Stir until well combined.
  • Top potatoes with topping and bake for 20 mins, uncovered.
  • Remove from the oven and top with mini marshmallows. Place back in the oven for and addition 3-5 minutes or until marshmallow begin to become golden and melt.

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Nutrition

Calories: 407kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 488mg | Potassium: 635mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 24465IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1.6mg