Description
Scalloped Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows is a creamy, comforting plant-based side dish featuring thinly sliced sweet potatoes baked in a rich sauce made with plant-based cheese, butter, and natural gelling agent. Topped with golden, toasted plant-based marshmallows, this dish beautifully balances sweet and savory flavors. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, it offers a luscious, velvety texture and warm spices that delight every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (about 1/8 inch thick)
Creamy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons plant-based butter
- 1 cup plant-based cheese, shredded
- 1 1/2 cups plant-based milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent
Topping
- 1 1/2 cups plant-based marshmallows
Instructions
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then slice them evenly into thin rounds about 1/8 inch thick to ensure even cooking and good sauce absorption.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the plant-based butter. Stir in the plant-based cheese until melted and smooth. Slowly whisk in the plant-based milk and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Add cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir in the natural gelling agent and continue stirring gently until the sauce thickens to a creamy, slightly thick consistency.
- Layer the Dish: Lightly grease a baking dish with plant-based butter. Arrange a layer of sweet potato slices, then pour some creamy sauce over them. Repeat layering all sweet potatoes and sauce, finishing with a generous coating of sauce on top.
- Add the Marshmallow Topping: Evenly scatter the plant-based marshmallows over the top of the layered dish. These will melt and form a golden, bubbly topping while baking.
- Bake to Perfection: Cover the dish loosely with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until marshmallows are golden and sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Notes
- Use a mandoline or sharp knife to slice sweet potatoes evenly for consistent cooking.
- Distribute the creamy sauce evenly in each layer for balanced flavor.
- Monitor the marshmallows during the last baking stage to avoid burning.
- Let the dish rest for 10 minutes after baking to allow the sauce to set for easier serving.
- Freshly ground cinnamon and nutmeg enhance aroma and taste significantly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: scalloped sweet potatoes, plant-based, marshmallows, vegan side dish, holiday recipe, creamy casserole