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Cozy Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes with Gooey Marshmallow Topping

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Warm, creamy twice-baked sweet potatoes with a hint of cinnamon and brown sugar, topped with gooey, lightly toasted marshmallows for a cozy comfort food experience.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds / 900 g), scrubbed clean
  • 4 tablespoons (60 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (about 50 g) mini marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Scrub each sweet potato under cold water, pat dry, and prick them a few times with a fork to let steam escape during baking.
  3. Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and bake for about 45-50 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
  4. Let the potatoes cool for about 10 minutes until they can be handled safely.
  5. Slice each sweet potato in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl, leaving about ¼ inch (6 mm) of flesh inside the skin.
  6. Mash the sweet potato flesh with softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until creamy and well combined. Adjust sweetness or spices if needed.
  7. Spoon the mashed mixture back evenly into each sweet potato skin, mounding slightly.
  8. Top each filled half with 2-3 tablespoons (15-20 g) of mini marshmallows, covering the surface.
  9. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and place the filled sweet potatoes back on the baking sheet or in a baking dish.
  10. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the marshmallows are golden brown and gooey. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  11. Let cool for a few minutes before serving to allow marshmallows to firm up slightly.

Notes

Use softened butter for a richer texture. Watch marshmallows closely while baking to prevent burning. For extra toasty marshmallows, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end. To make vegan, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan butter and use vegan marshmallows or toasted coconut flakes. Optional additions include chopped pecans for crunch or swapping brown sugar for maple syrup.

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Keywords: twice-baked sweet potatoes, marshmallow topping, cozy comfort food, sweet potato casserole, holiday side dish

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