For a long time there the idea of a vegan marshmallow sweet potato casserole was but a mere dream for most of us. Because: marshmallows. Let’s set aside the challenge of making an eggless and dairy-free sweet potato casserole for a moment and just consider the fact that marshmallows are generally not vegan. In fact, they’re not even vegetarian! Most of the marshmallows you see at the store are made with gelatin. But things have changed in recent years, and companies like Dandies and Trader Joe’s are making vegan marshmallows. So, I decided it was time to develop a vegan marshmallow sweet potato casserole recipe. That’s just what I did, with plenty of time before Thanksgiving to spare, and let me tell you: this vegan sweet potato bake is the best holiday side-dish ever. It’s as decadent as vegan sweet potato pie, but it socially acceptable to enjoy as part of dinner. Win!
How to Make Vegan Sweet Potato Casserole
The following is a detailed photo tutorial on how to make this dish. Scroll all the way down if you’d like to skip right to the recipe!
Peel, chop and boil your sweet potatoes until they’re very soft. Drain them and return them to the pot you boiled them in. Use a potato masher to mash up your sweet potatoes. Don’t have a potato masher? Try a fork or electric mixer. Add your coconut milk, maple syrup, spices, and salt. Stir everything up, give the mixture a taste-test, and make any adjustments you deem necessary. Stir in some chopped pecans. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, then sprinkle the top with some more pecans, followed by vegan mini marshmallows.
Pop the dish into a preheated oven and bake the casserole until your marshmallows are lightly browned on top. Be sure to serve it while it’s hot and the vegan marshmallow topping is still melted and gooey!
Leftovers & Storage
Store any leftover vegan sweet potato casserole in an airtight container. It will keep in the fridge for about three days, or in the freezer for up to three months. The easiest way to reheat it is by transferring it to a microwave-safe bowl and microwaving it. It can be heated on the stove, but this will likely require a lot of stirring, which will result in your marshmallows getting mixed in with the sweet potato base.
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