Sweet potato streusel casserole with coconut –Get ready to wow your taste buds with a delightful dish that is sure to steal the show at your next gathering: Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows and Pecans! This isn’t just any casserole; it’s a sweet serenade to your palate, a symphony of flavors that will have you singing praises! So, put on your favorite apron, roll up your sleeves, and let’s dive into this sweet adventure.
Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows and Pecans
First things first, let’s feast our eyes on this beautiful creation before we get cooking!
Ingredients
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 4-5 large sweet potatoes)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). It’s showtime for those sweet potatoes! Oven, meet your sweet potato friends.
- Start by peeling and boiling the sweet potatoes until they are tender. This is the perfect time to practice your sweet potato serenade! Once tender, drain them and mash them in a mixing bowl.
- Add the granulated sugar, milk, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg to your mashed sweet potatoes. Mix until well combined and creamy. Be sure to channel your inner chef here!
- Transfer this glorious mixture into a greased baking dish. Now it’s time for a transformation. Spread it out evenly, and let’s get some crunchy magic on top!
- In a separate bowl, mix the mini marshmallows, chopped pecans, and brown sugar. Sprinkle this mixture generously over your sweet potato base. It’s about to get sweet in here!
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and slightly bubbling. Your kitchen will smell like a sweet-haven, and you’ll be counting down the seconds until it’s finished.
- After taking it out, let it cool for a few minutes before serving. This will build suspense! Now dish it up, and witness everyone’s eyes light up like it’s Christmas morning!
And there you have it! Your very own Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows and Pecans. Serve it warm, feast like royalty, and enjoy the praises as your guests dive in with delight. Bon appétit!