Description
Candied sweet potatoes with marshmallows are the perfect dish for a comforting meal, bringing together sweetness and a rich texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup marshmallows
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil sweet potatoes in a large pot until tender, about 15 minutes; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the mixture over the sweet potatoes and stir to coat evenly.
- Transfer the sweet potatoes to a baking dish and sprinkle marshmallows on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown.
Notes
- For a more flavorful dish, add vanilla extract to the sweet potato mixture before baking.
- This dish pairs well with roasted meats and can be served as a side at holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg