Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2 unit

sweet potato

boiled

12 unit

marshmallow

large

1 cup

corn flakes

crushed

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

pepper

to taste

0.5 tsp

cinnamon

ground

1 tbsp

butter

dab

Step 1
~5 min

Boil sweet potatoes or yams until soft.

Step 2
~5 min

Strain the water and mash the sweet potatoes or yams.

Step 3
~5 min

Season with salt, pepper, and cinnamon to taste.

Step 4
~5 min

Allow the mashed sweet potatoes or yams to cool.

Step 5
~5 min

Take a portion of the cooled sweet potato mixture.

Step 6
~5 min

Completely surround a large marshmallow with the sweet potato mixture.

Step 7
~5 min

Roll the sweet potato-covered marshmallow in corn flakes.

Step 8
~5 min

Place the coated balls on a baking sheet.

Step 9
~5 min

Top each ball with a small dab of butter.

Step 10
~5 min

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes, or until the marshmallow has dissolved.

Step 11
~5 min

Serve and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use different flavored marshmallows for variety.

Add chopped nuts to the corn flake coating for extra crunch.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm as a dessert or snack.

Offer with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Whipped Cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Often served during holidays like Thanksgiving

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Party

Popularity Score

65/100