Crockpot Sweet Potato Casserole
Crockpot Sweet Potato Casserole is a heartwarming dish that combines the rich flavors of sweet potatoes with the sweetness of brown sugar and cinnamon, topped with a crunchy pecan streusel and gooey marshmallows. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-make casserole will fill your home with delightful aromas and create lasting memories around the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Peel and cube sweet potatoes evenly for consistent cooking.
- Place sweet potato cubes in the crockpot and cover with water. Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6-7 hours until tender.
- Drain excess water and mash sweet potatoes until smooth. Mix in brown sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
- Return mashed mixture to the crockpot and top with mini marshmallows and chopped pecans.
- Cover and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes until marshmallows are golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using freshly ground spices. You can substitute brown sugar with maple syrup for a unique twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.