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Scalloped Sweet Potatoes

Creamy Scalloped Sweet Potatoes for Cozy Gatherings

These Creamy Scalloped Sweet Potatoes blend sweetness and richness, making them a must-try side dish for Thanksgiving.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dish
  • 4 cups Sweet Potatoes Ensure uniform slices for even cooking.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Use light or dark brown sugar according to preference.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Can be substituted with margarine or oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Omit if not preferred, or replace with nutmeg for a different flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Can be omitted or adjusted to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use kosher or sea salt for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Avoid imitation vanilla for the richest flavor.
  • 1 cup Mini Marshmallows Omit for a less sweet profile or substitute with crushed nuts for crunch.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • medium saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into uniform ¼-inch thick rounds.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and whisk in the brown sugar, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Layer the sweet potato slices in the baking dish, slightly overlapping, and pour one third of the creamy sauce over the first layer.
  5. Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake for 35 minutes.
  6. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 20-25 minutes until edges are bubbly and top is golden.
  7. Sprinkle mini marshmallows over the top and bake for 5 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 4500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure uniform slices for even cooking and taste the sauce before pouring over potatoes to adjust sweetness.

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