Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

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These Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes are an easy holiday side dish with creamy mashed sweet potato filling, warm cinnamon flavor, and a sweet marshmallow pecan topping.

The tender sweet potato skins are filled with a smooth vanilla cinnamon mixture, then finished under the broiler until the marshmallows are golden and gooey.

They are simple enough for a family dinner but special enough for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cozy fall meal.

If you love sweet potato casserole, this fun individual serving version is going to be a new favorite.

Why This Recipe is a Winner!

• Simple ingredients: You only need sweet potatoes, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, mini marshmallows, and pecans.
• Perfect for the holidays: These make a fun and easy side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, or any special family dinner.
• Sweet potato casserole vibes: You get that classic marshmallow-topped sweet potato flavor in cute individual portions.
• Easy to make: The sweet potatoes bake until tender, then the filling is mashed, spooned back into the skins, and broiled until golden.
• Great texture: The creamy sweet potato filling, gooey toasted marshmallows, and crunchy pecans make every bite delicious.
• Family friendly: The sweet cinnamon flavor and marshmallow topping make these a side dish even picky eaters can get excited about.

Ingredients You'll Need

• Sweet potatoes: You will need 2 medium sweet potatoes for this recipe. Try to choose sweet potatoes that are similar in size so they bake evenly and are easy to portion.
• Milk: A small amount of milk helps loosen the sweet potato filling and gives it a creamier texture once mashed.
• Vanilla extract: Vanilla adds a warm sweetness that pairs perfectly with the natural flavor of the sweet potatoes.
• Cinnamon: Cinnamon brings cozy spice to the filling and gives these twice baked sweet potatoes that classic holiday side dish flavor.
• Salt: Just a small pinch of salt helps balance the sweetness and brings out the flavor of the sweet potato filling.
• Mini marshmallows: Mini marshmallows are sprinkled over the filled sweet potato skins and broiled until golden, gooey, and lightly toasted.
• Chopped pecans: Pecans add crunch and nutty flavor to balance the creamy filling and sweet marshmallow topping.

Printable Recipe Card with a Full List of Ingredients and Instructions is Located at the Bottom of the Post.

Be sure to read through the entire post so that you don't miss out on any important tips and tricks!

Step By Step Instructions

 STEP 1: 

I washed my sweet potatoes and stabbed them all over with a fork.

Then I baked them for 45 minutes.

 STEP 2: 

I sliced the potatoes in half lengthwise and scooped out the centers, dropping the cooked sweet potato into a bowl.

 STEP 3: 

I added milk, vanilla, cinnamon and salt to the bowl with the cooked sweet potato.

I mashed the potatoes well and stirred all of the ingredients together.

 STEP 4: 

I placed the sweet potato skins on a baking sheet and scooped the mashed sweet potato mixture into them.

 STEP 5: 

I topped the mashed sweet potato with marshmallows and pecans.

I broiled the sweet potatoes for a couple minutes to toast the marshmallows.

Every bite is soft, creamy, sweet, and cozy with just the right amount of crunch from the pecans and gooey toasted marshmallow on top.

These twice baked sweet potatoes taste like a mini sweet potato casserole tucked right into the skin, and they make any dinner feel a little more special.

If you are looking for the perfect side dish for you holiday dinner, then you need to try these Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes!

• Choose evenly sized sweet potatoes: This helps them bake at the same rate and makes the finished servings look more uniform.
• Pierce the potatoes well: Poking the sweet potatoes all over with a fork allows steam to escape while they bake.
• Leave a border inside the skins: When scooping out the filling, leave a little sweet potato around the edges and bottom so the skins hold their shape.
• Mash while warm: The sweet potato filling is easiest to mash and mix with the milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt while it is still warm.
• Watch the broiler closely: Marshmallows can go from perfectly golden to burnt very quickly, so keep an eye on them the whole time.
• Use a small baking sheet: Since this recipe only makes four halves, a small baking sheet keeps everything easy to handle.
• Serve right away: These are best enjoyed warm while the marshmallows are gooey and the pecans still have a nice crunch.

Substitutions and Variations

• Use brown sugar: Add a little brown sugar to the sweet potato filling if you want it sweeter and more dessert-like.
• Swap the milk: Whole milk, 2% milk, half and half, or heavy cream can all be used depending on how rich you want the filling.
• Add butter: Mix a tablespoon or two of butter into the warm sweet potato filling for extra richness.
• Try a different nut: Swap the pecans for chopped walnuts, sliced almonds, or leave the nuts off completely.
• Make it nut-free: Skip the pecans and use extra marshmallows or a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar on top instead.
• Add maple flavor: Stir a drizzle of maple syrup into the filling for a deeper fall flavor.
• Use pumpkin pie spice: Replace the cinnamon with pumpkin pie spice for a warmer holiday flavor.
• Make it less sweet: Leave off the marshmallows and top with just pecans, cinnamon, and a small pat of butter.
• Add a crunchy topping: Sprinkle crushed graham crackers, granola, or a brown sugar oat crumble over the filling before broiling.
• Make it savory-sweet: Add a little butter, black pepper, and crumbled cooked bacon for a sweet and salty version.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make these twice baked sweet potatoes ahead of time?

• Yes, you can bake the sweet potatoes, prepare the filling, and spoon it back into the skins ahead of time. Store them covered in the fridge, then add the marshmallows and pecans right before heating and broiling.

How do I know when the sweet potatoes are fully baked?

• The sweet potatoes are done when they are very tender and can be easily pierced with a fork. If they still feel firm in the center, bake them for a few more minutes.

How should I store leftovers?

• Store leftover twice baked sweet potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They are best eaten within 2 to 3 days.

How do I reheat twice baked sweet potatoes?

• Reheat them in the oven or air fryer until warmed through. If the marshmallows are already toasted, watch closely so they do not burn.

Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes

Yield: Serves 4

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

These Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes are filled with a creamy cinnamon vanilla sweet potato filling, then topped with mini marshmallows and chopped pecans before being broiled until golden and gooey.

They are an easy holiday side dish with all the cozy sweet potato casserole flavor served in individual portions.

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Ingredients

• 2 medium sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoon milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup mini marshmallows
• 3 tablespoon chopped pecans

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. 
2. Wash the sweet potatoes and pierce all over with a fork. Bake in the oven for 45 minutes.
3. Slice sweet potatoes in half lengthwise with a sharp knife. Then scoop out the center of the sweet potatoes, leaving a little around all of the edges and bottom.
4. Add the sweet potato filling to a bowl along with the milk, vanilla, cinnamon and salt, and mash with a fork, stirring well to combine.
5. Arrange sweet potato shells on a small baking sheet, cut side up and spoon the filling into each.
6. Top the filled sweet potatoes with marshmallows and pecans. Broil for a couple of minutes to toast the marshmallows.
7. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 239Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 127mgCarbohydrates: 41gFiber: 3gSugar: 23gProtein: 3g

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