Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label × (Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.) This is an easy and popular sweet potato casserole, topped with broiled marshmallow topping. For many, a dish like this may have once adorned their Thanksgiving table—but there's no need to save it to only enjoy once a year. It's super simple, requires only a few ingredients, and is packed with nostalgia for anyone who grew up eating the iconic side dish. It's a great way to add some sweetness to a vegetarian side and has tons of retro flair! We also double up on the marshmallow in this variation, using both fluff AND mini marshmallows for a real wallop of marshmallow flavor to perfectly complement the smooth, creamy sweet potatoes.
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Rate This Recipe I don't like this at all. It's not the worst. Sure, this will do. I'm a fan—would recommend. Amazing! I love it! Thanks for your rating! This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy. Creamy sweet potato casserole with a crunchy candied pecan topping and toasted marshmallows. Hundreds of 5-star reviews say it all – this is the THE BEST sweet potato casserole! You wouldn’t think that it could get any better than your typical easy sweet potato casserole recipe, but that’s where I beg to differ. Adding in candied pecans is where it’s at. Don’t be put off by the title of this dish, either. I’m sure it sounds like it’s a lot of work, but trust me, it isn’t! In fact, half the work can be done by a slow cooker while you’re busy doing other things (like making this easy Beef Broth Brown Gravy). The best part is, you don’t have to “pre-candy” your pecans, they candy-up all by themselves right in the pan! The other great thing is that you can put this dish in the oven while the turkey is resting to make your Thanksgiving dinner preparations a little easier. It should be served nice and hot so you’re free to put this dish off to the last minute — really! Why This Recipe WorksMarshmallows – You simply can’t have a sweet potato casserole without marshmallows. That’s my statement and I’m sticking to it! (Sticking to it…get it?) They are like the icing on top of this awesome Thanksgiving side. Sweet potatoes – I know this goes without saying, but there is just no other potato or tuber that can match the sweet potato when combined with marshmallows and that candied pecan topping. Sweet potato casserole for Thanksgiving or bust! Pecan topping – Again, the nutty candied pecans is the crunchy topping that really MAKES this dish what it is. You can leave the pecans out if you’re allergic of course but they really add a lovely crunch that balances out the sweetness of the marshmallows and potatoes. I’m all about that difference in texture with every bite. Tip: Be sure to use brown sugar (instead of granulated sugar) for the topping as this is what really makes the caramelizing of the pecans happen! Last minute dish – If you have a little counter space open you can make this sweet potato casserole in the slow cooker while you make everything else. So there’s no need to fret over adding another side or making something if you forgot you were supposed to bring a dish to your Thanksgiving gathering. You can even make it all together and pop it in the oven (wherever you happen to be celebrating) right before everyone eats, after the turkey is done. Here’s How You Make It
Can I Omit the Pecans In This Recipe?Wait. Are you sure you want to do that? Kidding. I know, I know, not everyone likes pecans, and some people can’t eat them due to allergies. Pecans are an addition to the original easy sweet potato casserole recipe anyway, so they’re as easy to take off as they are to put on. All you have to do is: Skip putting the pecans in. No, really! That’s it! If you want to keep the streusel topping, go ahead and make that, and drop it by spoonfuls over the sweet potatoes. Bake, then complete through the directions for the marshmallows at the end. Can I Use Canned Sweet Potatoes?Yes you can use canned sweet potatoes if you like. They are already softened so you can skip the whole cooking the sweet potatoes step. You’ll want to drain off any excess liquid first. Make sure to use the same amount of canned sweet potatoes that the recipe calls for. Is This the Same As Southern Sweet Potato Casserole?Yes! Southern sweet potato casserole IS sweet potato casserole. Whether you add the “Southern” or not is up to you. 🙂 But, the casserole originated in the South, so I guess the name stuck. No matter what you call it, this is the perfect, comforting dish to round off your home-cooked holiday meal. Can You Make Sweet Potato Casserole Ahead of Time?There are days, like Thanksgiving, when you just cannot do everything at once. In those instances, it does help to make dishes of time, if possible. I think you can totally make this sweet potato casserole in advance. I’d do it one of two ways, though:
Can I Make This Dish Healthy?That is a loaded question. Even though this recipe uses sweet potatoes, it’s not very healthy as-is, that I admit. If you want to slim down this Thanksgiving dish, try these ideas:
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Why Does Sweet Potato Casserole Need Eggs?Eggs act as a binder, holding the sweet potatoes, spices, and other ingredients together and helping it to bake stiffly instead of having it fall apart or be too thin. One tip? Make sure your sweet potatoes have cooled down to room temperature before adding egg or you’ll just end up cooking it rather than mixing it in. Sweet Potato Recipe IdeasLooking for more ways to serve up those delicious sweet potatoes this Thanksgiving? You’re in the right place:
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Have you tried this Sweet Potato Casserole? YAY! Please rate the recipe below! Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes 0 minutes Total Time: 1 hour Servings: 12 servings
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Instant Pot directions for potatoes: Instead of the slow cooker, you can cook the sweet potatoes in your pressure cooker/Instant Pot with 1 cup of water for 10 minutes on pressure cook/manual on high. Quick release, remove the lid, and drain and transfer to a bowl to mash and proceed with the recipe as written. Slow Cooker directions for potatoes: If using slow cooker, add sweet potatoes and water to slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork. Drain slow cooker. Make ahead directions: This recipe can be made the night before! Simply prepare the potatoes, spread in your baking dish, and add the pecan topping, then cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate up to 24 hours in advance. Remove from the fridge about 2-3 hours before dinnertime. Remove plastic wrap before baking as written. Fun flavor tip: After dropping pecan mixture over potatoes, sprinkle some coarse sea salt over the pecan layer – this will enhance that salty-sweet flavor combination! Calories: 456 kcal, Carbohydrates: 82 g, Protein: 6 g, Fat: 13 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 29 mg, Sodium: 207 mg, Potassium: 755 mg, Fiber: 7 g, Sugar: 43 g, Vitamin A: 27119 IU, Vitamin C: 5 mg, Calcium: 116 mg, Iron: 2 mg Why do you add eggs to sweet potato casserole?The egg is the all-important binder in a sweet potato casserole: it enriches and stiffens the mixture without making it heavy. Make sure to cool the mash slightly before adding the egg so it doesn't scramble, and to stir well so there are no streaks of cooked egg white in the finished dish.
Do you need eggs in sweet potato casserole?Should I Put Eggs In My Sweet Potato Casserole? Yes, sweet potato casseroles are best with eggs. Eggs add structure to the dish so that it's more than just a sweet potato mash. It's important to make sure the sweet potatoes have cooled enough before you mix in the eggs, otherwise they'll just scramble in the bowl.
Why do they put marshmallows on sweet potatoes?Sweet Marketing
According to Saveur, it was 1917 when the first instance of sweet potatoes baked with a coat of marshmallows appeared in a recipe booklet commissioned by Angelus Marshmallows. Since then, the dish found its way into more and more culinary publications, allowing for nationwide recognition.
Is sweet potato pie the same as sweet potato casserole?Sweet potato pie (also known as sweet potato casserole) is a traditional dessert, originating in the Southern United States among the African American community.
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