Sweet Potato Cherry Casserole

A delicious casserole that is a dessert-like side dish! This Sweet Potato Cherry Casserole is a sweet and savory masterpiece for any occasion. 

Prep Time: 
10 minutes
Cook Time: 
50 minutes
Servings: 
4
Ingredients: 

2 lb sweet potatoes, peeled (about 3 large, 4 cups overall), peeled, boiled, mashed ⁣
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted⁣
1/2 cup packed light or dark brown sugar ⁣
2 large eggs, beaten⁣
1/2 cup heavy cream or whole milk⁣
1 tsp pure vanilla extract⁣
Zest of one orange ⁣
1/2 tsp cinnamon ⁣
1/4 tsp salt⁣

For the topping:
Miniature marshmallows ⁣
1 jar of Reese Maraschino Cherries

 

Directions: 
1. Mix all ingredients together and place in the baking dish. ⁣
2. Bake at 350F 35-40 minutes. Let it cool, then top with marshmallows and add Maraschino cherries in between. ⁣
3. Turn oven to broil.⁣
4. Place baking dish back in the oven and broil until the marshmallows get slightly browned (for approximately 7-10 minutes).