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Twice baked sweet potatoes topped with marshmallows ready to serve.

Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows

A delightful holiday side dish featuring creamy sweet potatoes topped with fluffy mini marshmallows.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Holiday, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 medium sweet potatoes Firm and heavy for their size
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Can be substituted with maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup milk Use a non-dairy alternative for vegan option
  • 1/4 cup butter Substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash your sweet potatoes, then prick them with a fork. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
  3. Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
  4. Cut the sweet potatoes in half and scoop the flesh into a bowl, leaving a small amount in the skins.
  5. Mash the sweet potato flesh with the brown sugar, milk, butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.
  6. Spoon the sweet potato mixture back into the skins, packing it well, and top each with mini marshmallows.
Baking
  1. Return them to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until the marshmallows are golden brown and gooey.
  2. Serve warm as a delightful side alongside your holiday meal.

Notes

Consider using maple syrup for a different flavor, or swap the milk for a non-dairy alternative to make it vegan-friendly. For serving, pair with roasted turkey or honey-glazed ham for a classic holiday spread.