Ruth's Chris Sweet Potato Casserole (Copycat)

Ingredients

• 4 cups sweet potatoes (about 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed)
• ½ cup butter (1 stick, softened)
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups mini marshmallows
• 1 cup pecans (chopped)
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the cubed sweet potatoes and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
3. Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
4. Mix in the softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, eggs, and cinnamon. Stir until well combined and creamy.
5. Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the mini marshmallows evenly across the top.
8. Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the marshmallows and return the dish to the oven.
9. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the marshmallows are golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
10. Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your homemade Ruth's Chris Sweet Potato Casserole!