This sweet potato puff recipe is a crowd-pleasing side dish that is perfect for holiday gatherings or everyday meals. Made with tender sweet potatoes, cream, butter, and warm spices, this dish is a comforting and flavorful addition to any spread. The puffy marshmallow topping adds a touch of sweetness and creates a beautiful presentation. Serve this dish alongside roasted turkey or ham for a delightful and memorable meal.
Ingredients
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup cream
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the mashed sweet potatoes, melted butter, cream, white sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, chopped pecans, and melted butter.
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
- Bake for 40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the sweet potato mixture is set.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle the mini marshmallows over the top.
- Return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, or until the marshmallows are lightly browned and melted.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Sweet potatoes are high in vitamin A and fiber, making them a nutritious choice for this dish.
The marshmallow topping is a classic addition to sweet potato dishes, and it adds a beautiful caramelized touch to the final dish.
You can make this recipe ahead of time and simply reheat it in the oven before serving.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and enjoyed for several days.