Sweet Potato Bombs with Marshmallow in Cinnamon Sugar are a festive twist on the traditional sweet potato casserole. These bite-sized treats combine creamy sweet potato mash, gooey marshmallow centers, and a crunchy cinnamon sugar coating. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any holiday gathering, they deliver comfort and creativity in every bite.
Why This Recipe Works
- A playful reinvention of sweet potato casserole
- Balanced textures: soft mash, melted marshmallow, crisp coating
- Flavor depth from cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, orange juice, and optional bourbon
- Versatile as dessert, side dish, or snack
- Make-ahead friendly for busy holiday schedules
Ingredients
- 6 medium sweet potatoes
- 8 jumbo marshmallows
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ⅓ cup dark brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- Pinch of cloves
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- Flour – 1 tablespoon
- Orange juice – 1 tablespoon
- Bourbon, sherry, or vanilla extract – 1 tablespoon (choose your favorite)
- Crushed cornflakes – 1 cup
- Canola oil for frying
Instructions
- Bake sweet potatoes at 375°F until tender, about 40 minutes.
- Mash with butter, sugar, spices, flour, orange juice, and bourbon or vanilla.
- Form balls by encasing marshmallows in the mash.
- Dip in egg wash and coat with crushed cornflakes.
- Fry at 375°F until golden brown, 3–4 minutes.
- Roll in cinnamon sugar and serve warm.
Variations
- Bake instead of frying for a lighter version
- Use mini marshmallows for smaller bites
- Add cocoa powder or pumpkin spice for flavor twists
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 380
- Carbohydrates: 75 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Fat: 7 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Sugar: 23 g
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Easy Sweet Potato Bombs with Marshmallow in Cinnamon Sugar
Description
Sweet Potato Bombs with Marshmallow in Cinnamon Sugar are a festive bite-sized twist on classic sweet potato casserole. Creamy spiced sweet potato surrounds a gooey marshmallow center, finished with a crunchy cinnamon sugar coating. Perfect for holidays, parties, or special gatherings.
Ingredients
- 6 medium sweet potatoes
- 8 jumbo marshmallows
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ⅓ cup dark brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- Pinch of ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1 tablespoon bourbon, sherry, or vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed cornflakes
- Canola oil, for frying
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake sweet potatoes until fork-tender, about 40 minutes.
- Allow potatoes to cool slightly, then peel and mash until smooth.
- Mix in butter, brown sugar, egg, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, baking powder, flour, orange juice, and bourbon or vanilla.
- Cut marshmallows in half if needed. Scoop sweet potato mixture and encase marshmallows to form balls.
- Dip each ball into beaten egg, then roll in crushed cornflakes.
- Heat oil to 375°F. Fry sweet potato bombs in batches for 3–4 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Roll warm bombs in cinnamon sugar and serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter version, bake at 400°F for 15–18 minutes instead of frying. Mini marshmallows can be used for smaller bites.
Final thoughts
Sweet Potato Bombs with Marshmallow in Cinnamon Sugar are a holiday showstopper. With their mix of creamy sweet potato, gooey marshmallow, and crunchy cinnamon sugar coating, they bring joy to every table. Whether fried for indulgence or baked for convenience, they are guaranteed to become a seasonal favorite. Pair them with other festive recipes from Reciptora to create a complete holiday feast.
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