Ingredients:

  • 2 cans (40 oz each) canned yams (sweet potatoes), drained thoroughly
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and browned
  • 1/3 cup (65g) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature and lightly beaten

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Drain the canned yams into a colander and let them sit for 5 minutes until all excess syrup has dripped away. Note: This prevents the casserole from becoming soupy.
  2. Transfer the drained yams to a large mixing bowl and mash until no large lumps remain. You can use a potato masher or even a large fork if you’re in a hurry.
  3. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the 115g of butter. Cook it for about 5 to 7 minutes until it smells nutty and you see amber bits at the bottom. Let it cool slightly before the next step.
  4. Whisk in the melted browned butter, 1/3 cup brown sugar, milk, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk for 2 minutes until the mixture looks silky and uniform. Note: A hand mixer such as a KitchenAid works perfectly here for a smoother finish.
  5. Spread the potato mixture evenly into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula until it is perfectly level.
  6. In a separate small bowl, combine the chopped pecans, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and flour. Stir them together until the pecans are well coated.
  7. Cut the 55g of cold cubed butter into the pecan mixture using a fork or pastry cutter until it resembles coarse crumbs or wet sand. Sprinkle this evenly over the potato base.
  8. Bake for 25 minutes until the edges are bubbling and the pecan topping is fragrant.
  9. Remove the dish from the oven and scatter the mini marshmallows over the top. Try to cover as much surface area as possible until the pecans are barely visible.
  10. Return the casserole to the oven for 5 minutes until the marshmallows are golden brown and toasted. Watch them closely, as they can go from golden to burnt in a matter of seconds. Classic Sweet Potato Pie Baked in 55 Minutes — Master classic sweet potato pie with our traditional recipe, featuring roaste...Cheesy Squash Casserole: Baked for 35 Minutes — Discover the best Cheesy Squash Casserole recipe, an easy cheesy yellow squas...Perfectly Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic and Herbs - Air Fryer — Master Perfectly Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic and Herbs wi... $img_2$