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Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe – Easy Cozy Marshmallow Topping

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This pecan sweet potato casserole features a silky sweet potato base, crunchy toasted pecans, and a gooey marshmallow topping. It’s a nostalgic, crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for holidays or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs fresh sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2/3 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup whole milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten, room temperature
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup pecan halves or pieces, chopped
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Peel and cube sweet potatoes. Add to 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 well.
  2. Transfer drained sweet potatoes to a large mixing bowl. Add melted butter, brown sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mash with a potato masher or whip with a hand mixer until silky and smooth.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly in the dish and smooth the top.
  4. In a small bowl, combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir until pecans are well-coated.
  5. Sprinkle the pecan mixture evenly over the sweet potato base. Scatter mini marshmallows across the top.
  6. Bake uncovered at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, until marshmallows are golden and pecans are fragrant. If marshmallows aren’t browning, broil for 1-2 minutes, watching closely.
  7. Let the casserole rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Toast pecans for extra crunch. For dairy-free, use plant-based milk and vegan butter. Add marshmallows in the last 10 minutes if you want them less melted. Let casserole rest before slicing for cleaner servings. Can be made ahead and baked just before serving.

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Keywords: sweet potato casserole, pecan, marshmallow, Thanksgiving, holiday side dish, comfort food, gluten-free, easy casserole

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