Easy Sweet Potato Casserole
A delightful and creamy sweet potato casserole perfect for holiday meals and family gatherings, topped optionally with mini marshmallows for added sweetness.
Ingredients
Casserole Ingredients
- 2 cans cans of yams
- 1/2 cup brown sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
- 1/2 cup milk Can use any milk type.
- 1/2 cup butter Consider using brown butter for richer flavor.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup mini marshmallows Optional topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Drain the yams and place them in a large bowl.
- Mash the yams with brown sugar, milk, butter, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Spread the mixture in a greased baking dish.
- If desired, top with mini marshmallows.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through and marshmallows are golden.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Use a hand mixer for a smoother texture, and consider adding nuts for crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator or freeze for 2 to 3 months.