Description
Deliciously sweet and comforting stuffed sweet potatoes baked to perfection, topped with a buttery brown sugar pecan mixture and golden toasted mini marshmallows. A perfect side dish or dessert option that combines warm spices with a soft, tender sweet potato base.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 4 large sweet potatoes
Butter and Topping
- 4–6 slices of butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 4 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/3 cup pecans (optional)
Toppings
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the sweet potatoes.
- Mix Topping: In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and pecans (if using) thoroughly, then set this mixture aside.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Wash the sweet potatoes well and prick their skins several times using a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Bake: Arrange the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake them for about one hour or until they are tender when pierced with a fork; baking time may vary depending on their size.
- Slice and Fill: Remove the baked sweet potatoes from the oven, slice them open lengthwise, add a slice of butter and spoon about one tablespoon of the brown sugar mixture into each potato.
- Top with Marshmallows: Generously top each stuffed potato with mini marshmallows, spreading evenly over the filling.
- Broil: Switch your oven to the broil setting and return the sweet potatoes to the oven. Broil until the marshmallows become golden brown and toasted on top, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
- Serve: Serve the stuffed sweet potatoes immediately for the best flavor and enjoy this cozy, sweet treat.
Notes
- You can omit the pecans if you prefer a nut-free version.
- Be sure to watch the marshmallows carefully while broiling, as they can burn very quickly.
- To save time, sweet potatoes can be microwaved before baking to reduce overall cooking time.
- For a vegan option, substitute butter with plant-based margarine and use vegan marshmallows.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
