Sweet Potato Casserole with Vegan Marshmallows
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Sweet Potato Casserole topped with fluffy vegan marshmallows—a delightful twist on a classic favorite. This creamy casserole combines the natural sweetness of fresh sweet potatoes with the perfect amount of sugar and a hint of vanilla, creating a comforting dish that’s ideal for gatherings, holiday feasts, or cozy dinners at home. With its easy preparation and versatility, this dish is bound to impress everyone at your table. Whether served as a main or a side, it offers a delicious plant-based option that everyone can enjoy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately eight people 1x
- Category: Dessert/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh sweet potatoes
- 6 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup milk (non-dairy if desired)
- 2 large eggs (or flaxseed meal mixed with water for vegan)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups mini vegan marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prick sweet potatoes with a fork and bake them on a foil-lined sheet pan for 40-50 minutes until soft. Remove and let cool.
- Lower the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Peel cooled sweet potatoes and mash them into the mixture until smooth. Stir in eggs until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
- Scatter mini vegan marshmallows on top and return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg