Sweet Potato Casserole
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A classic sweet potato casserole with a crunchy pecan topping, perfect for holidays or any special meal.
- Author: Carla Davis
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Total Time: 55 min
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- For the Topping:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Boil the sweet potato cubes in water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
- In a large bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
- Add the softened butter, granulated sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until well combined and creamy.
- Pour the sweet potato mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, and flour for the topping.
- Pour the melted butter over the topping mixture and stir until combined and crumbly.
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For an extra gooey topping, you can add a layer of mini marshmallows over the sweet potato mixture before adding the pecan streusel.
- Ensure your sweet potatoes are completely drained to avoid a watery casserole.
- This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and baked before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg