Is sweet potato casserole a side or a dessert?

[Rain]

Hey everyone, curious about sweet potato casserole: do you serve it as a side or dessert? Its sweet, rich flavor and often marshmallow topping blur lines between savory and sweet. In my house, it's a side dish, but I've seen it as dessert too. What's the norm at your table?

 

[Caramellyy_]

Sweet potato casserole does contain sweet ingredients like brown sugar, marshmallows, and sometimes even pecans or a crumbly topping, it's considered a side dish due to its savory-sweet flavor profile and its placement in the meal. It provides a contrast to the savory main dishes and complements other side dishes on the plate.