Canned Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (Easy!)

5 from 6 votes

Canned Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe (Easy!)

This quick Sweet Potato Casserole is the perfect Thanksgiving side! Canned sweet potatoes mix with buttery brown sugar and toasted marshmallows for a cozy classic.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 315kcal

Author: Jennifer Fishkind

Ingredients

59 ounce (2 cans) cut sweet potatoes in syrup well drained
4 large eggs
¾ cup dark brown sugar firmly packed
¼ cup (½ stick) salted butter softened
¼ cup cornstarch
2 tbsp orange juice
1½ tsp nutmeg
10 ounce bag mini marshmallows

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Place the drained sweet potatoes, eggs, dark brown sugar, softened butter, orange juice, cornstarch and nutmeg in a large bowl and beat with a mixer. The mixture does not need to be completely smooth, a lumpy mixture means that you’ll end up with soft but not mushy casserole. The butter, since it is softened and not melted, will show up as light streaks in the batter. That is normal and not a problem.
Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish or 2 quart casserole dish and spread it out into an even layer.
Sprinkle with a full, even layer of mini marshmallows.
Bake for 20-30 minutes until the marshmallows are just golden brown and the sweet potato layer is hot and bubbly. If the marshmallows get overly cooked they will end up oozing a little on top of your casserole.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 10-20 minutes to set up.
Serve warm.

Notes

Storage:

To Store: This Sweet Potato Casserole stores well in the refrigerator, covered, for 5-7 days.
To Freeze: You can freeze your Sweet Potato Casserole in a freezer-safe container for 3-6 months, though the marshmallows may have a different consistency when thawed and reheated.
To Reheat: Thaw the frozen casserole in the refrigerator a day or two before using. Remove it from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before baking to take the chill off.

Tips:

Drain sweet potatoes well to avoid extra liquid.
Keep some small lumps for texture.
Butter streaks are normal and melt during baking.
Use dark brown sugar for richer flavor.
Watch marshmallows closely so they don’t burn.
Let the casserole rest 10–20 minutes before serving.

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