Marshmallow Yams

Transform your holiday table with this classic and irresistible Marshmallow Yams recipe, a perfect blend of sweet, creamy, and cozy fall flavors. Made with tender mashed yams, rich butter, brown sugar, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this beloved side dish is crowned with a golden, gooey layer of mini marshmallows for the ultimate comfort food experience. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an easy and crowd-pleasing addition to Thanksgiving or any festive gathering. Serve these sweet potatoes warm, and watch as their caramelized marshmallow topping becomes the highlight of your meal. Perfect for fans of sweet potato casserole, this dish is a nostalgic favorite that will never go out of style!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 large yams (sweet potatoes)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups mini marshmallows

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Peel the yams and cut them into 1-inch cubes.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add the yams, and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until tender. Drain and transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Mash the yams until smooth using a potato masher or a fork.

Step 5

Add the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla extract to the yams. Mix well until fully combined and smooth.

Step 6

Transfer the mashed yams to a greased 8x8-inch baking dish and spread them into an even layer.

Step 7

Sprinkle the mini marshmallows evenly over the top of the yams.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown and puffy.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	753.7 grams (753.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1396

Total Fat 48.90g	63%
Saturated Fat 28.10g	141%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 988mg	43%
Total Carbohydrate 239.60g	87%
Dietary Fiber 17.80g	64%
Total Sugars 122.20g
Protein 8.90g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 237mg	18%
Iron 4mg	21%
Potassium 1904mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.7%

Protein: 2.5%

Carbs: 66.8%