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Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole

Sweet Potato Casserole

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Today I'm sharing a delicious and healthier take on the classic Sweet Potato Casserole. It's the perfect dish to add warmth and flavor to your holiday table without compromising on taste or nutrition and it’s the dish I look forward to most on Thanksgiving and Christmas!
In this step-by-step tutorial, we'll guide you through creating this mouthwatering casserole. We've opted for wholesome ingredients to enhance the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes while keeping it on the healthier side—except for a bit of indulgence with those gooey, toasted marshmallows on top!
Get ready to learn how to balance the richness of sweet potatoes with just the right touch of savory and a hint of sweetness.
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Course Side Dish
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • potato masher or potato ricer
  • baking dish

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • ½ cup pineapple tidbits
  • ½ cup shredded coconut
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • ½ cup pecans rough chopped
  • 2 cups marshmallows

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400℉
  • Place cubed sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and fill halfway with water.
    3 large sweet potatoes
  • Cover pot and bring water to a boil. Cook until sweet potatoes are fork tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain potatoes and return to pot. Use a potato masher or potato ricer to mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
  • Add the brown sugar, pineapple, coconut, cinnamon, and salt to the sweet potatoes, stirring to combine. Fold in the pecans for that extra crunch.
    1 tbsp brown sugar, ½ cup pineapple tidbits, ½ cup shredded coconut, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 pinch sea salt, ½ cup pecans
  • Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with an even layer of marshmallows.
    2 cups marshmallows
  • Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden and toasted. Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

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Tips for Making the Best Sweet Potato Casserole

Here are some simple tips to make sure your casserole turns out creamy, flavorful, and perfectly golden on top:
  1. Boil Sweet Potatoes Until Tender
    Make sure to cook the sweet potatoes until fork-tender. This ensures they’ll mash up smoothly and give you that creamy texture.
  2. Use Fresh Pineapple for Extra Flavor
    If you have it, fresh pineapple makes this dish even better. It adds a fresh, juicy sweetness that really balances the earthy flavor of the sweet potatoes.
  3. Go Easy on the Marshmallows
    A little goes a long way with marshmallows! Spread them in an even layer so that they toast up beautifully without overwhelming the other flavors.

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

Having the right tools on hand makes this casserole super easy to prep and bake:
  1. Large Saucepan
    A large pot is perfect for boiling the sweet potatoes, ensuring they cook evenly without getting mushy.
  2. Potato Masher or Ricer
    A potato masher or ricer is a must for getting a smooth, creamy mash. I love using a ricer for extra fluffiness!
  3. Baking Dish
    Use a medium-sized baking dish for this recipe, so the layers of sweet potato and marshmallow are just right.
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