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Close-up of a baked Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows, showing toasted marshmallows and creamy sweet potato filling.

Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

A comforting holiday dish featuring mashed sweet potatoes topped with golden marshmallows.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Electric mixer

Ingredients
  

Sweet Potato Casserole

  • 5 sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter or margarine
  • 3 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 pinch ground cinnamon
  • 10.5 ounce package miniature marshmallows

Instructions
 

  • Gather all ingredients, and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place sweet potatoes in a large saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat, drain, and mash.
  • Place mashed sweet potatoes in a large bowl. Add brown sugar, butter, orange juice, and cinnamon; mix with an electric mixer until blended.
  • Spread evenly into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle marshmallows over top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is heated through and marshmallows are puffed and golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

For a crispier marshmallow topping, broil for the last 1-2 minutes of baking.
Keyword holiday dish, marshmallow topping, sweet potato casserole, Thanksgiving