Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes with Browned Butter and Toasted Marshmallows

Indulge in the rich flavors of twice-baked sweet potatoes with a twist. These sweet potatoes are filled with a decadent mixture of browned butter, cinnamon, and brown sugar, then topped with toasted marshmallows for the perfect balance of sweet and savory. This recipe is a crowd-pleaser and makes for a delightful addition to any meal. Prepare this dish in just under an hour and enjoy the heavenly combination of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• 4 large sweet potatoes
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mini marshmallows

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Poke each sweet potato several times with a fork, then place them on a baking sheet lined with foil.
3. Bake the sweet potatoes for about 45-50 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
4. Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly.
5. While the sweet potatoes are cooling, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
6. Continue cooking the butter until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn it.
7. Once the butter is browned, remove it from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
8. Cut the sweet potatoes in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving a thin layer inside the skin.
9. In a medium bowl, mash the sweet potato flesh with the browned butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
10. Spoon the sweet potato mixture back into the potato skins, mounding it slightly.
11. Place the stuffed sweet potatoes back on the baking sheet and sprinkle the mini marshmallows evenly over the tops.
12. Turn on the broiler and place the baking sheet with the sweet potatoes under the broiler, about 6 inches from the heat source.
13. Broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown and toasted. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.
14. Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
15. Serve the twice-baked sweet potatoes with browned butter and toasted marshmallows as a side dish or a sweet treat.

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