Irresistible Pioneer Woman Sweet Potato Casserole for 12 People
A classic holiday sweet potato casserole with a creamy base and crunchy pecan-marshmallow topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 4–5 large)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Mix mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, milk, melted butter, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl until smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13″ baking dish and spread evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, pecans, and melted butter. Sprinkle over the sweet potato base.
- Scatter mini marshmallows on top.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly mashed sweet potatoes for best texture.
- You can prepare the base a day ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- For extra crunch, toast the pecans before adding to the topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg