Description
Experience the warm, creamy goodness of Instant Pot Sweet Potato Casserole, bursting with rich flavors and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Prepare Your Sweet Potatoes: Peel and chop sweet potatoes into evenly sized chunks for uniform cooking.
- Add Ingredients to Instant Pot: Place sweet potato chunks in the Instant Pot along with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Cook Them Up: Seal the lid and set the Instant Pot to cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Use quick release once done.
- Mash It Up: Carefully remove the lid and mash the sweet potatoes until creamy using a potato masher or immersion blender.
- Top It Off: Transfer mashed sweet potatoes to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle chopped pecans and mini marshmallows evenly over the top.
- Broil for Perfection: Place under the broiler on high for about 2–3 minutes until marshmallows are golden brown. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Serve Warm: Enjoy alongside your favorite main dishes or indulge with a spoon!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added sweetness, consider swapping brown sugar with maple syrup or honey. - Allowing the casserole to rest before serving enhances flavor melding.