Elvis’ Favorite Sweet Potato Casserole

Description:

Straight from the heart of Graceland, this Sweet Potato Casserole is a quintessential tribute to Elvis Presley’s favorite flavors. As iconic as “The King” himself, this dish embodies warmth, sweetness, and a touch of indulgence. Perfect for festive occasions like Christmas and Thanksgiving, or simply for cozy weeknight gatherings, it’s a timeless delight that promises to win hearts and appetites alike.

Ratings:

Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
Review Count: 40

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 402.7
Fat Content: 20.1g
Saturated Fat Content: 8.6g
Cholesterol Content: 98.8mg
Sodium Content: 144.3mg
Carbohydrate Content: 49.5g
Fiber Content: 3.6g
Sugar Content: 26.7g
Protein Content: 8.4g

Ingredients:

4 sweet potatoes
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs
12 ounces evaporated milk
1/2 cup pecans
1-2 cups mini marshmallows

Keywords:

Christmas
Thanksgiving
Weeknight
Oven
Less than 4 Hours

Recipe Yield:

6 servings

Cooking Times:

Preparation	Cook	Total
30 minutes	40 minutes	1 hour 10 minutes

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the sweet potatoes until they’re tender, then peel and mash them in a large mixing bowl.
Add the unsalted butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Blend them together until well combined.
Stir in the eggs and evaporated milk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Pour the sweet potato mixture into a square baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the casserole is set and slightly golden on top.
Remove the casserole from the oven and top it with a layer of pecans and mini marshmallows.
Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the marshmallows are puffed and lightly browned.
Serve hot, and enjoy the delicious flavors that will surely make this dish a new family favorite! 🍠🎉