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    Small Batch Candied Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows Recipe

    LAST UPDATED: Oct 23, 2022 · PUBLISHED: Nov 12, 2021 · BY: Sydney · Leave a Comment

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    Candied Sweet Potato Casserole is a Thanksgiving classic and a great dish to bring for a potluck. The sweetness is a nice balance with the traditional savory dishes like dressing, green beans, and roasted Turkey.

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    Why you will like this recipe

    Sweet Potato casserole comes together quickly using basic pantry and fridge ingredients. A side dish that will bring back memories of Thanksgiving past.

    Table of Contents
    • Why you will like this recipe
    • Recipe Ingredients and Substitutions
    • Recipe Directions
    • Recipe Notes
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Tools Used
    • How to store leftovers
    • FAQ's
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    Recipe Ingredients and Substitutions

    • Sweet Potatoes - If substituting with fresh boil until tender, let cool and peel. Cut the sweet potatoes and mash leavng some chunkiness.
    • Butter - butter works best, I don;t recommend using a margarine.
    • Ground Cinnamon - You should adjust the amount upor down to you personal taste preference.
    • Brown Sugar - The brown sugar gives not only sweetess but a lovely depth to the flavor. I don;t recommend substituing.
    • Vanilla Extract - A Vanilla paste can also be substituted.
    • Mini Marshmallows - These are really optional, but the melted and slight borwn and crisp marsmallow topping really adds to the flavor and texture of this side dish.

    See the recipe card for ingredients quantities.

    Recipe Directions

    This recipe comes together fast so start by preheating your oven to 350°F

    1. Add the drained sweet potatoes to a medium size bowl or 4 cup measuring cup.
    2. Slightly mash the yams so they are a little chunky, not smooth. Stir in the melted butter, cinnamon, brown sugar, and vanilla.
    3. Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish.
    4. Top with marsmallows and covered casserole dish loosely with aluminum foil. Bake in preheated 350°F oven for 35 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are bubbly. Uncover and increase heat to 450 and continue baking until marshmallows are browned.

    Recipe Notes

    • For a citrusy twist add about 1-2 tablespoons of frozen orange juice concentrate when adding the vanilla extract.
    • Easy to prepare the night before and reheat when ready to serve.

    Serving Suggestions

    Classically served with Thanksgiving dinner but great any time of the year.

    Tools Used

    • 7-inch square corning ware casserole dish. I picked mine up a t an antiue store but you can find newer ones on Amazon.
    • 4-cup measuring cup
    • mixing spoon

    How to store leftovers

    Cover unused portions in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

    FAQ's

    Can I use Yams instead of Sweet Potatoes?

    Yes, however, what some refer to as yams are actually sweet potatoes. Sweet Potatoes have that classic orange flesh. Yams are completely different vegetables and are less sweet. Here is a good explanation of the differences; North Carolina Sweet Potatoes.

    📖 Recipe

    Small baking dish of yams covered in marshmallows.

    Candied Sweet Potato Casserole

    These tasty candied yams are good any time of year, not just at Thankgiving!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 35 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 2 CUPS
    Calories: 254kcal
    Author:Sydney Dawes

    Ingredients

    • 1 (28-ounce) can yams
    • ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 5 tablespoon butter
    • ¼ cup brown sugar
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 cup mini marshmallows

    Instructions

    • Add the drained yams to a medium size bowl or 4 cup measuring cup.
    • Slightly mash the yams so they are a little chunky, not smooth. Stir in the melted butter, cinnamon, brown sugar, and vanilla.
    • Transfer the yam mixture to a casserole dish.
    • Top with marshmallows and cover the casserole dish loosely with aluminum foil. Bake in preheated 350°F oven for 35 minutes or until the yams are bubbly. Uncover and increase heat to 450 and continue baking until marshmallows are browned.

    Notes

  • For a citrusy twist add about 1-2 tablespoons of frozen orange juice concentrate when adding the vanilla extract.
  • Easy to prepare the night before and reheat when ready to serve.
  • Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 130mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 19g

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