Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole
Indulge in the warmth of Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole, where creamy sweet potatoes meet a hint of bourbon and a crunchy pecan topping. This delightful dish is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy dinners, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s a comforting side dish that evokes cherished memories of family feasts and celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 4 tbsp salted butter
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain and mash the sweet potatoes in a mixing bowl with butter, brown sugar, bourbon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Spread the mashed mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Top with chopped pecans and mini marshmallows.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through and marshmallows are golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg