By Becky Hardin
Published Nov 22, 2021
Free up your oven this Thanksgiving and make your sweet potato casserole in your Instant Pot . Ready to serve in 30 minutes, creamy mashed sweet potatoes are topped with marshmallows and pecans.
Easy Sweet Potato Casserole
If you are in the middle of planning your Thanksgiving menu, then this Instant Pot sweet potato casserole needs to be on your list!
Cooking this classic side dish is so effortless in the Instant Pot and I love that it frees up valuable space in your oven on the big day.
Topped with marshmallows, it’s perfectly sweet and complete with a crunchy pecan topping.
Be sure to try my Sweet Potato Rolls and Instant Pot Mashed Sweet Potatoes too!
Why You’ll Love this Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe:
- QUICK: Making this side dish is so much quicker in the Instant Pot!
- ONE POT : All made in the pressure cooker, even the clean up is a breeze!
- GREAT FOR A CROWD : This recipe easily serves 6 and the leftovers are pretty great too!
A classic sweet potato casserole is so quick and easy to cook in the Instant Pot and the results are so perfect!
How to Make Instant Pot Sweet Potato Casserole
You can jump to the recipe card for full ingredients & instructions!
- Place the sweet potatoes on a trivet in the Instant Pot with water.
- Cook on high.Scoop the flesh from the sweet potato skins and mash.
- Add the butter and seasonings to the Instant Pot on saute.
- Add the mashed sweet potatoes, egg and cream and mix well.
- Top with the marshmallows and cover.Top with pecans to serve.
A 6 quart Instant Pot is best for this recipe. If you have a larger model you can double the recipe.
If you don’t have an Instant Pot, this recipe also works great in a slow cooker! Check out my Crockpot sweet potato casserole for full step by step instructions.
You can make this ahead of time and reheat it in the oven to serve. Place the seasoned sweet potatoes into a casserole dish and top with the marshmallows. Cover and refrigerate for 3 to 4 days. Reheat in an oven at 360F, covered with foil, til warmed through, about 15 to 20 minutes.
Yes, this freezes well. Don’t add the marshmallows or toppings and freeze in a covered casserole dish. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
Serving Suggestions
This Instant Pot sweet potato casserole is perfect for Thanksgiving, serve it up with your other favorites like…
- Roast Turkey Recipe
- Loaded Green Bean Casserole
- Brussels Sprouts Gratin
This is such a great method to cook a classic sweet potato casserole. So much quicker and teh results are extra delicious!
Tips!
- If making ahead of time, let cool fully before storing.
- Pecans are traditionally used, but walnuts work great too for the topping.
- You can keep the casserole warm in the Instant Pot for up to one hour.
Take the stress out of cooking a delicious Thanksgiving dinner with this recipe! I guarantee that it’ll be a hit!
Can I use canned sweet potatoes?
Yes you can. Canned sweet potatoes won’t need to be peeled, but they’ll still need to be cooked through to mash.
Can I substitute yams for sweet potatoes?
Yams are more starchy than sweet potatoes, they are much more like regular potatoes in texture, so they are best avoided for this recipe, though you can use them in a pinch.
Is this casserole gluten free?
Yes, this recipe is gluten-free so it’s a great option if someone has an intolerance.
More Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes We Love
- Bacon Wrapped Green Bean Bundles
- Roasted Red Potatoes with Bacon
- Instant Pot Green Bean Casserole
- Loaded Smashed Potatoes
- Cheesy Roasted Vegetables
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This Instant Pot sweet potato recipe is a must have for your Thanksgiving this year! I love that it frees up room in your oven for that delicious roasted turkey!
More Sweet Potato Recipes to Try:
- Sweet Potato Chili
- Sweet Potato Souffle Cups
- Baked Sweet Potato Chips
- Savory Mashed Sweet Potatoes
- Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes
If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 2½ pounds sweet potatoes
- ▢ 1½ cups water
- ▢ 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ▢ ⅓ cup brown sugar firmly packed
- ▢ 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- ▢ 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ▢ 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ▢ ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ▢ ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ▢ 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- ▢ 1 large egg lightly beaten
- ▢ 1½ cups mini marshmallows
- ▢ ¼ cup toasted chopped pecans optional
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Instructions
- Scrub the sweet potatoes and cut them in half. Pour 1½ cups of water into the Instant Pot and place the trivet in the bottom. Spread the sweet potatoes on top. 2½ pounds sweet potatoes, 1½ cups water
- Secure and seal the lid. Cook the sweet potatoes on Manual High pressure for 18 minutes. When the time is up, perform a Quick Release of the pressure. When the pin drops, carefully remove the lid.
- Remove the sweet potatoes to a cutting board and discard the water from the inner pot. When the potatoes are cool enough to be handled, slip the skins off and transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Mash them until smooth, then cool slightly.
- Press Sauté on the Instant Pot. Add the butter. Once the butter melts, stir in the brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, and salt and simmer for 2 minutes, until melted. 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, ⅓ cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- To the mashed sweet potatoes, add the egg and heavy cream and mix well. Transfer this mixture into the inner pot. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until heated through. Press Cancel. 1 large egg, 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- Top with marshmallows and cover for 2-3 minutes, until they melt slightly (or use a kitchen torch to brown them). Top with pecans and serve. 1½ cups mini marshmallows, ¼ cup toasted chopped pecans
- Optional: Prior to serving, transfer the sweet potato casserole filling from the Instant Pot to a 1-quart casserole dish. Top with marshmallows and pecans and bake at 350°F for 20-30 minutes, until melted and browned.
Equipment
- Instant Pot
Becky’s Tips
- If making ahead of time, let cool fully before storing.
- Pecans are traditionally used, but walnuts work great too for the topping.
- You can keep the casserole warm in the Instant Pot for up to one hour.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Instant Pot Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe
Equipment
- Instant Pot
Ingredients
- 2½ pounds sweet potatoes
- 1½ cups water
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ⅓ cup brown sugar firmly packed
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 large egg lightly beaten
- 1½ cups mini marshmallows
- ¼ cup toasted chopped pecans optional
Instructions
- Scrub the sweet potatoes and cut them in half. Pour 1½ cups of water into the Instant Pot and place the trivet in the bottom. Spread the sweet potatoes on top. 2½ pounds sweet potatoes, 1½ cups water
- Secure and seal the lid. Cook the sweet potatoes on Manual High pressure for 18 minutes. When the time is up, perform a Quick Release of the pressure. When the pin drops, carefully remove the lid.
- Remove the sweet potatoes to a cutting board and discard the water from the inner pot. When the potatoes are cool enough to be handled, slip the skins off and transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Mash them until smooth, then cool slightly.
- Press Sauté on the Instant Pot. Add the butter. Once the butter melts, stir in the brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, and salt and simmer for 2 minutes, until melted. 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, ⅓ cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- To the mashed sweet potatoes, add the egg and heavy cream and mix well. Transfer this mixture into the inner pot. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until heated through. Press Cancel. 1 large egg, 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- Top with marshmallows and cover for 2-3 minutes, until they melt slightly (or use a kitchen torch to brown them). Top with pecans and serve. 1½ cups mini marshmallows, ¼ cup toasted chopped pecans
- Optional: Prior to serving, transfer the sweet potato casserole filling from the Instant Pot to a 1-quart casserole dish. Top with marshmallows and pecans and bake at 350°F for 20-30 minutes, until melted and browned.
Video
Notes
- If making ahead of time, let cool fully before storing.
- Pecans are traditionally used, but walnuts work great too for the topping.
- You can keep the casserole warm in the Instant Pot for up to one hour.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Click ☝🏻 for my FREE Grocery List Printable!
I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
