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!