Sweet Potato Casserole with Vegan Marshmallows
Indulge in a delightful Sweet Potato Casserole with vegan marshmallows that brings a unique twist to a classic favorite. Perfect for holiday gatherings or family dinners, this dish combines the creamy sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes with a crunchy pecan topping and gooey vegan marshmallows. Each bite offers a comforting blend of flavors and textures that will impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. Easy to prepare and suitable for various occasions, this casserole is sure to become a beloved staple at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 large sweet potatoes
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (for topping)
- ⅓ cup brown sugar (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)
- ½ teaspoon salt (for topping)
- 1 ¼ cups chopped pecans
- 10 oz mini vegan marshmallows
Instructions
- Boil the sweet potatoes until fork-tender, then drain.
- Mash the sweet potatoes in the saucepan, adding melted butter, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and nutmeg until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, flour, salt, and chopped pecans for the topping.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Spread sweet potato filling in the dish and top with the pecan mixture followed by an even layer of vegan marshmallows.
- Bake for 25-35 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg