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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Cornflake, Pecan, And Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Casserole?

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: SWEET POTATO FILLING:, 2 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 5 medium), 2 tablespoons butter, softened, 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar, and more.

How do I store leftover Cornflake, Pecan, And Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Casserole?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cornflake, Pecan, And Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

Name: Cornflake, Pecan, And Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: SWEET POTATO FILLING:; 2 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 5 medium); 2 tablespoons butter, softened; 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar; 1/2 cup 2% reduced-fat milk; 1 large egg; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; Vegetable cooking spray; CORNFLAKE, PECAN, AND MARSHMALLOW TOPPING:; 1 1/4 cups cornflakes cereal, crushed; 1/4 cup chopped pecans; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon melted butter; 1 1/4 cups miniature marshmallows

Cornflake, Pecan, And Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Casserole

Eats Now Editorial Team · 606 kcal · General

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Prepare filling: Preheat oven to 400u00b0. Bake sweet potatoes on a baking sheet 1 hour or until tender. Reduce oven temperature to 350u00b0. Let potatoes stand until cool to touch (about 20 minutes); peel and mash with a potato masher.
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Beat mashed sweet potatoes, 2 Tbsp. softened butter, and next 5 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth. Spoon mixture into an 11- x 7-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
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Prepare topping: Stir together crushed cornflakes cereal and next 3 ingredients. Sprinkle over sweet potato mixture in diagonal rows 2 inches apart.
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Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 minutes. Remove from oven; let stand 10 minutes. Sprinkle miniature marshmallows in alternate rows between cornflake mixture, and bake 10 more minutes.
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Golden Meringue-Topped Sweet Potato Casserole: Omit Cornflake, Pecan, and Marshmallow Topping. Bake Sweet Potato Filling at 350u00b0 for 30 minutes. Remove from oven; let stand 10 minutes. Beat 4 egg whites at high speed with an electric mixer until foamy. Gradually add 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 Tbsp. at a time, beating until stiff peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Spread meringue over sweet potato mixture; bake 10 more minutes or until golden. Hands-on Time: 30 min.; Total Time: 2 hr., 40 min.
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Per serving: Calories 216; Fat 8g (sat 1g, mono 1g, poly 2g); Protein 8g; Carb 3g; Fiber 1g; Chol 31mg; Iron 1mg; Sodium 271mg; Calc 66mg
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Pecan-Topped Sweet Potato Casserole: Omit Cornflake, Pecan, and Marshmallow Topping. Pulse 3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar in a food processor until combined. Add 1 Tbsp. cold butter, cut into small pieces, and process 45 seconds or until mixture resembles coarse meal; stir in 1/3 cup finely chopped pecans. Sprinkle mixture over Sweet Potato Filling in baking dish. Bake at 350u00b0 for 40 to 45 minutes or until topping is golden brown. Hands-on Time: 20 min.; Total Time: 2 hr., 20 min.
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Per serving: Calories 267; Fat 8g (sat 4g, mono 5g, poly 4g); Protein 7g; Carb 5g; Fiber 6g; Chol 35mg; Iron 4mg; Sodium 256mg; Calc 75mg

Cornflake, Pecan, And Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Casserole

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