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Marshmallow Sweet Potatoes

These Marshmallow Sweet Potatoes are a cozy, sweet, and nostalgic side dish topped with a golden, gooey marshmallow crust.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking dish (8x8 inch or similar)
  • Fork or potato masher
  • Oven

Method
 

Stepwise Method: Marshmallow Sweet Potatoes
  1. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks. Place in a large pot, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and transfer to a mixing bowl.
  2. Mash the sweet potatoes with a fork or potato masher until smooth but slightly chunky. Stir in melted butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined and warm.
  3. Spoon the sweet potato mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading evenly to create a base layer.
  4. Sprinkle the mini marshmallows evenly over the sweet potato layer to cover the surface completely.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the dish for 10-15 minutes, or until marshmallows are puffed and golden brown. For extra browning, broil for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the warm, gooey marshmallow topping with the soft sweet potatoes underneath.

Notes

  • For added crunch, stir in chopped pecans or walnuts before baking.
  • Try adding freshly grated orange zest for a bright citrus twist.
  • Use plant-based butter and vegan marshmallows for a dairy-free version.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze mashed sweet potatoes without marshmallows; add marshmallows before baking after thawing.