Lemon Heaven Sweet Potato Casserole ππ₯
Overview:
Lemon Heaven Sweet Potato Casserole is a delightful twist on the traditional holiday sweet potato dish. Bursting with vibrant flavors and creamy textures, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite for festive gatherings or cozy winter dinners. Lemon extract adds a refreshing zing that elevates the dish to a whole new level, making it a standout among other casseroles. Whether it’s for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or any occasion, this dish promises to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves a group, perfect for sharing with loved ones
- Keywords: Potato, Vegetable, Low Protein, Healthy, Winter, Christmas, Thanksgiving, < 60 Mins, Oven
Ingredients:
Quantity | Ingredient |
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5 | Sweet potatoes |
3 | Butter |
2 | Eggs |
1 | Vanilla extract |
1 | Salt |
1/2 | Sugar |
1/4 | Light brown sugar |
1/4 | Cinnamon |
1/2 | Lemon extract |
3/4 | Mini marshmallows |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 259.4
- Fat Content: 7.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 85.8mg
- Sodium Content: 326.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 44.5g
- Fiber Content: 3.4g
- Sugar Content: 25.5g
- Protein Content: 4g
Instructions:
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Preparation: Start by peeling the sweet potatoes and rinsing them with water to remove any dirt or debris.
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Boil Sweet Potatoes: Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot of water and bring it to a boil. Allow the sweet potatoes to boil until they are fork-tender, which should take approximately 20-30 minutes.
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Preheat Oven: While the sweet potatoes are boiling, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) to ensure it’s ready when needed.
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Mash Sweet Potatoes: Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, drain them and return them to the pot they were boiled in. Mash the sweet potatoes using a potato masher or fork, incorporating the butter and eggs until smooth and creamy.
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Add Flavor: To enhance the flavor profile, add in the vanilla extract, salt, sugar, light brown sugar, cinnamon, and the star ingredient, lemon extract. These ingredients will infuse the sweet potatoes with a delightful blend of sweetness and tanginess.
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Mix Well: Using a mixer, beat the sweet potato mixture until it’s smooth and well combined, ensuring that all the ingredients are evenly distributed throughout.
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Prepare Casserole: Transfer the mashed sweet potato mixture into a buttered casserole dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
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Bake: Sprinkle a touch of cinnamon over the top of the sweet potato mixture for a decorative finish, then place the casserole dish in the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the edges to slightly brown.
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Add Marshmallows: After 25 minutes of baking, remove the casserole from the oven and scatter mini marshmallows over the top of the sweet potato mixture. This adds a fun and gooey element to the dish.
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Final Bake: Return the casserole to the oven for an additional 5 minutes or until the marshmallows are lightly browned and gooey.
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Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving. The tantalizing aroma of lemon-infused sweet potatoes will fill the air, tempting everyone to dig in and enjoy this heavenly dish.