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Creamy sweet potatoes are blended with spices like nutmeg and a hint of vanilla, then crowned with a toasted layer of marshmallows. Perfect for your holiday celebrations, this comforting, sweet-savory dish adds warmth to the table and is quick to prep. It’s a go-to that family and friends love!

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Updated on Thu, 10 Apr 2025 19:31:49 GMT
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This delectable Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows dish stands as a treasured holiday favorite, blending velvety, seasoned sweet potatoes under a layer of puffy, toasted marshmallows. It's just right for your Christmas or Thanksgiving spread, bringing a wonderful mix of sugary and savory notes to your festive meals.

What You'll Need

  • Salt: Just a pinch balances the sweetness and makes all other flavors pop.
  • Ground Nutmeg: Gives a cozy, natural spice that works great with the potato sweetness.
  • Miniature Marshmallows: Creates a sweet, melty top layer when baked, making the dish look and taste amazing.
  • Sweet Potatoes (peeled and cooked): They're the foundation, offering natural sweetness and a smooth feel when mashed up.
  • Large Eggs (lightly beaten): Makes everything richer and helps the mixture firm up while baking, giving it that custard-like feel.
  • Orange Juice: Adds a bit of tangy freshness that cuts through sweetness and boosts all the flavors.
  • Butter (softened): Makes the sweet potatoes extra creamy and rich.
  • Sugar: Bumps up the sweetness, making both the potatoes and marshmallows taste even better.
  • Vanilla Extract: Brings a cozy, fragrant background note that makes everything taste more complex.

Instructions

Step 7: Cool and Serve
Let the dish cool a bit before dishing it up. It's best warm and fits perfectly on any holiday table.
Step 6: Add Marshmallow Topping
Take the dish out and scatter miniature marshmallows all over the sweet potatoes. Put it back in the oven for another 5-10 minutes, until the marshmallows start to puff up and turn into a golden, sticky layer.
Step 5: Bake the Sweet Potatoes
Put the dish in your hot oven and cook for 35-40 minutes, until it's set and gets slightly golden around the edges.
Step 4: Transfer to Baking Dish
Dump the sweet potato mix into your prepared dish, and smooth it out flat with a spatula so it cooks evenly.
Step 3: Combine Ingredients
Throw in the beaten eggs, orange juice, soft butter, sugar, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and a bit of salt to your mashed sweet potatoes. Mix everything together really well, making sure it's all evenly mixed up.
Step 2: Mash the Sweet Potatoes
In a big bowl, mash up your cooked sweet potatoes until they're smooth. You can use a regular masher or an electric mixer if you want them extra smooth.
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare Baking Dish
Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 3-quart baking dish with butter or cooking spray so nothing sticks.

Serving and Storage Tips

  • Reheat in the oven at 325°F until hot throughout. Don't use the microwave as it'll make the marshmallows melt weird.
  • To keep leftovers, wrap the dish tightly with foil or put in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • For a full holiday feast, serve alongside roast turkey, green bean casserole, and cranberry sauce.
  • Serve this dish hot, right after it comes out of the oven, to enjoy the creamy potatoes with their gooey marshmallow topping.

Helpful Notes

  • You can prep this ahead by making the potato mixture and keeping it in the fridge overnight. Just add marshmallows and bake when you're ready to eat.
  • If you want some crunch, throw some chopped pecans or walnuts on the marshmallows before baking.
  • If you don't want it too sweet, cut back on the sugar or skip it completely to let the potatoes' natural sweetness come through.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

  • Emeril Lagasse often throws in some cinnamon along with the nutmeg for a warmer, more festive flavor combo.
  • Alton Brown says to use the best vanilla extract you can find for richer flavor in holiday dishes.
  • Ina Garten likes adding some orange zest to brighten up sweet potato dishes.

Why You'll Love This Dish

  • It's super easy to make and perfect for big gatherings, plus both grown-ups and kids can't get enough of it.
  • The mix of smooth sweet potatoes and melty marshmallows looks amazing and tastes even better.
  • This Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows dish is a classic holiday favorite that brings warmth and sweetness to any special meal.

Different Ways to Make It

  • Add a dash of cinnamon or allspice to the potato mix for extra flavor.
  • Try using marshmallow creme instead of mini marshmallows for a smoother topping.
  • For a crunchy version, scatter chopped pecans or walnuts on top before you bake it.

Sweet Holiday Dish

This time-loved holiday dish pairs smooth, spiced sweet potatoes with golden, fluffy marshmallows. Always a hit!

Prep Time
20 Minutes
Cook Time
45 Minutes
Total Time
65 Minutes
By: Paolina

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 8 Servings (1 casserole)

Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

01 5 lbs. of sweet potatoes, peeled and cooked.
02 4 eggs, gently whisked.
03 Half a cup of fresh orange juice.
04 Half a cup of softened butter.
05 Half a cup of granulated sugar.
06 1 tsp of vanilla.
07 1/2 tsp of ground nutmeg.
08 A pinch of salt.
09 1 cup of mini marshmallows.

Instructions

Step 01

Turn your oven on to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish that holds 3 quarts.

Step 02

Use a big bowl to mash the cooked sweet potatoes until smooth and lump-free.

Step 03

Toss in the eggs, orange juice, butter, sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Stir until everything looks well mixed.

Step 04

Scoop the potato mixture into your greased dish and spread it out so it’s even.

Step 05

Pop it into the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until it’s set in the middle.

Step 06

Take the dish out, top it with the marshmallows, and stick it back into the oven.

Step 07

Cook for another 5 to 10 minutes, until the marshmallows puff up and get gooey.

Step 08

Dish it out while it’s warm.

Notes

  1. This comforting dish has creamy sweet potatoes and toasted marshmallows that melt for a nostalgic flavor.
  2. Great for holidays, it’s quick to make and always a hit with guests.
  3. For extra crunch or flavor, sprinkle cinnamon or toss some chopped nuts on top.

Tools You'll Need

  • An oven.
  • A 3-quart dish for baking.
  • One large mixing bowl.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 270
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 44 g
  • Protein: 4 g