Name: Best Scalloped Sweet Potatoes Brown Sugar Recipe for Side Dish Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1½ pounds), peeled and thinly sliced (⅛ inch thick); 1 cup heavy cream; ½ cup packed brown sugar; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; ½ teaspoon nutmeg; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ½ cup mini marshmallows

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Introduction

This scalloped sweet potatoes recipe offers a perfect blend of creamy, sweet, and warmly spiced flavors, making it an ideal side dish for any meal. With a luscious brown sugar sauce and an optional marshmallow topping, it’s comforting and delicious.

A white scalloped dish filled with evenly spread orange sweet potato slices arranged in neat overlapping layers. The top is drizzled with white creamy sauce in a zigzag pattern, and sprinkled with green herbs and a few bits of brown seasoning. The dish sits on a folded blue and white striped cloth on a white marbled surface, with blurred bowls and a wooden fork nearby. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 large sweet potatoes (about 1½ pounds), peeled and thinly sliced (⅛ inch thick)
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup mini marshmallows (optional for topping)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
Step 2: Peel and slice the sweet potatoes thinly to about ⅛-inch thickness. Arrange the slices neatly in the prepared baking dish, slightly overlapping each piece.
Step 3: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the brown sugar, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla extract. Whisk continuously until the sugar dissolves and the sauce is smooth.
Step 4: Pour the warm brown sugar sauce evenly over the sweet potatoes. Use a spatula to gently coat all the slices with the sauce.
Step 5: Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes.
Step 6: Remove the foil and continue baking uncovered for another 20–25 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork and the sauce is bubbling.
Step 7: If using, sprinkle the mini marshmallows over the top during the last 5 minutes of baking. Bake until the marshmallows turn golden and gooey.
Step 8: Let the dish cool slightly before serving. For extra flair, garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or fresh herbs if you like.

Tips & Variations

For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk and use a dairy-free butter alternative.
Try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper for a subtle spicy kick that complements the sweetness.
If you prefer a less sweet dish, reduce the brown sugar to ⅓ cup.
Use a mandoline slicer to ensure even, thin sweet potato slices for consistent cooking.

Storage

Store any leftover scalloped sweet potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, cover with foil and warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven until heated through, about 15-20 minutes. You can also microwave individual portions, but the oven method helps maintain texture.

How to Serve

A white scalloped dish filled with evenly sliced, bright orange sweet potatoes arranged in overlapping layers spreading from the center to the edges. The sweet potatoes are covered with a creamy white sauce drizzled generously over the top, sprinkled lightly with finely chopped green herbs and a dusting of reddish-brown spice. The dish sits on a blue and white striped cloth, on a white marbled surface, with a wooden spoon holding some brown powder nearby. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare this dish in advance?

Yes, you can assemble the casserole a day ahead and keep it covered in the fridge. When ready, bake as directed, adding a few extra minutes if baking from cold.

What if I don’t want to use marshmallows?

The marshmallows are optional. You can skip them entirely or substitute with a crunchy topping like toasted pecans or a sprinkle of brown sugar for added texture.