SWEET POTATO BALLS

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A terrific side dish or holiday appetizer...little portable, handheld sweet potato casseroles! The cooking time includes one hour for chilling time (it may take longer).

Provided by Mercy

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 lbs sweet potatoes, cooked and drained
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 whole egg
1/2 cup miniature marshmallow
1/2 cup gingersnap crumbs

Steps:

  • Mash the sweet potatoes while they are still hot and add the butter, salt and spices.
  • Add the egg and continue to whip until thoroughly combined.
  • Chill until firm and then form into golf ball sized piece, stuffing 2 to 3 marshmallows in center of each ball.
  • Roll in the ginger snap crumbs and place on a non-stick or lightly greased baking sheet.
  • Bake at 400°F for 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.4, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 30.9, Sodium 362.4, Carbohydrate 47.8, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 11.8, Protein 4.2

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