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Twice‑Baked Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallow Topping

  • Author: David
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

These cozy twice‑baked sweet potatoes feature creamy, spiced filling and a golden marshmallow topping for the ultimate holiday side dish. Perfectly sweet, rich, and nostalgic — a true crowd‑pleaser for Thanksgiving or any cozy meal.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter version)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped pecans
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon allspice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Scrub the sweet potatoes clean, pierce each several times with a fork, and place on the baking sheet. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until tender.
  3. Let the potatoes cool for about 10 minutes until they can be handled.
  4. Slice each potato in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl, leaving about 1/4 inch of potato around the skins.
  5. Add butter, brown sugar, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and salt to the bowl. Mash until smooth and creamy.
  6. Taste and adjust sweetness with more sugar or maple syrup if desired.
  7. Spoon the filling back into the potato skins, mounding slightly. Arrange them on the baking sheet.
  8. Top each filled half with mini marshmallows.
  9. Bake again for 10–12 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden and bubbly. Watch closely near the end.
  10. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Choose evenly sized sweet potatoes for consistent baking. Be gentle when scooping to avoid tearing the skins. If marshmallows brown too quickly, tent with foil. For extra toastiness, broil for 30 seconds at the end. Can be made ahead and reheated before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 filled sweet potat
  • Calories: 270
  • Sugar: 22
  • Sodium: 90
  • Fat: 8
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Carbohydrates: 47
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 3

Keywords: sweet potatoes, marshmallow topping, holiday side dish, Thanksgiving, Christmas, twice baked potatoes, comfort food

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