Sweet, fluffy,comforting, EASY and AFFORDABLE! Made with ALL THE THINGS that make a holiday dish delish! Canned Sweet Potato Casserole made with Pecans and Marshmallows!
Southern Sweet Potato Casserole. Photo Credit:Photo Credit: Christine Rooney
Why This Recipe Works…
- Easy
- Fast
- Affordable
- DELICIOUS!
- Sweet potatoes, marshmallows, pecans, butter, cinnamon…. what’s not to love?
How Canned Sweet Potato Casserole is Done
STEP 1.
Open the canned yams/sweet potatoes and drain them. Place them into a sauce pan with the other ingredients. Heat over medium heat until everything can be mashed and mixed together well.
STEP 2.
Pour the mashed ingredients into the baking dish and sprinkle the marshmallows over the top. Bake at 375 for 20 minutes.
STEP 3.
Remove from the oven when the marshmallows are soft and turning golden on the top. Serve hot.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
Are Canned Yams and Canned Sweet Potatoes The Same Thing?
Yes! (Well, technically, no – but for this recipe, YES!). You can use either canned yams or canned sweet potatoes for this recipe!
Is This Canned Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe Healthy?
I know you are looking for a Healthy Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe! So, depending on your diet, YES, this casserole may be just the one you are looking for!
Why Would I Use Canned Sweet Potatoes Instead of Fresh Sweet Potatoes?
Using Canned Sweet Potatoes simply removes one of the biggest jobs related to fresh sweet potatoes!
NO PEELING, CUTTING OR BOILING is required! Shortens the whole job by about an hour!
How Long Is Canned Sweet Potato Casserole Good For?
This recipe will last in the refrigerator for at least 5 days!
Don’t let it sit out at room temperature for more than 2 hours!
Can I Freeze This Recipe?
Yes! You CAN freeze this recipe and keep it for up to 3 months in the freezer.
Can I Make This Recipe Ahead?
Yes! Absolutely! Make up to 2 days ahead but do not bake until you are ready to serve.
Is This Canned Sweet Potato Casserole with Canned Yams?
Yes! It IS! Either Canned Yams or Canned Sweet Potatoes work!
Do I Use the BIG Marshmallows Or The Little Marshmallows?
You can use either! However, you will want to cut large marshmallows up into 4 pieces to mix into the mashed sweet potatoes.
Tips & Tricks for Canned Sweet Potato Casserole
- Drain the sweet potatoes or yams very well before moving forward with your recipe.
- Cut the marshmallows you mix into the sweet potato mix up very small if you are using the large marshmallows (so they can melt easily).
- Substitute marshmallow creme for the mixed in marshmallows if you prefer.
- Use real butter rather than butter substitute for more flavor.
- Try enhancing your casserole with some homemade vanilla extract!
PRO TIP: The salt and pepper you add to the recipe make the sweet of the recipe balance perfectly, so don’t leave those out.
What Goes with Canned Sweet Potato Casserole?
OH BOY! We LOVE the following with our Sweet Potato Casserole!
If You LOVE Sweet Potatoes, try these other recipes by Loaves and Dishes
- Sweet Potato Casserole
- Sweet Potato Cobbler
- Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Sweet Potatoes
- How to Cook Canned Yams
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Canned Sweet Potato Casserole
Ingredients
- 15.5 oz Canned Yams or Sweet Potatoes
- 1/4 Cup packed dark brown sugar
- 2 Tbs butter whole, unsalted
- 1/2 Cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice
- 2 Tbs maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp real vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp almond extract
- ¼ cup finely chopped pecans
- 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375.
- Drain the canned yams/ sweet potatoes then Place them into a medium saucepan on the stovetop with the heat set on medium.
- Add the brown sugar, butter, 1/2 Cup marshmallows, lemon juice, maple syrup, salt, pepper, vanilla, almond extract and pecans and use a potato masher (or mixer) to mash the potatoes and mix all the ingredients together with the potatoes as they warm. Allow the potato mix to warm until all of the butter is melted and the marshmallows have become soft, sticky and are mixing into the mashed potatoes. Do not allow to boil or to cook hard enough to stick to the pan.
- Spray a 1 quart baking dish with cooking spray and pour the contents of the sauce pan into the baking dish. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of mini marshmallows.
- Bake at 375 for 20 minutes until the tops of the marshmallows are golden brown.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- It is ok to substitute margarine for the butter if you need to, but I don’t recommend it.
- It is ok to substitute full size marshmallows if you need to, but cut them into smaller pieces to mix into the sweet potato mixture so that they melt easily.
- Be sure to use real vanilla not imitation. The imitation will give a fake yucky vanilla taste.
- You can always add more pecans if you want.
- It is fine to make this the day or two before your event.
- This freezes well, but I haven’t tried it myself.
- It does make lovely leftovers.
- Reheat in the oven or in the microwave.
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***Photo Credit Christine Rooney***
A VERSE TO SHARE
Sometimes we look at a situation in our own lives and think, “God must hate me for this to have happened”.
I have to admit, there are still things in my life that I cannot fathom to have a good purpose for God. The fact is, I don’t have a choice and I just have to have faith and to trust.
Sometimes that means that I can’t see the good that has come from a negative thing, but I do see that I lived through it and I am ok. Mostly, it is my attitude that needs to improve. I bet you are a lot like me.
Romans 8:28
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who[a] have been called according to his purpose.
Terry Mathewson
Sunday 1st of January 2023
Good recipe, easy and quick. Made one adjustment needed two cans of sweet potatoes. I didn't make any other changes and it came out great!
Wendi Spraker
Tuesday 3rd of January 2023
Hi Terry, So glad it worked for you!
Wendi Spraker
Friday 16th of August 2019
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