Description
This classic Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe is a comforting and delicious side dish perfect for holidays and family gatherings. Creamy mashed sweet potatoes are combined with a touch of sugar, eggs, butter, and vanilla, then topped with a crunchy, buttery pecan brown sugar crumble. Baked to golden perfection, this casserole strikes the ideal balance between sweet and savory.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potato Mixture
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 3–4 large sweet potatoes)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Topping
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Sweet Potato Base: In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes with granulated sugar, eggs, melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring even flavor throughout.
- Spread in Dish: Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and use a spatula to smooth the top evenly for uniform baking.
- Prepare Topping: In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar, all-purpose flour, chopped pecans, and melted butter until crumbly. This will create a crunchy, flavorful topping.
- Add Topping: Evenly sprinkle the crumbly topping over the sweet potato mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the topping turns golden brown and the center is set and firm to the touch.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving to let it set and enhance the flavors.
Notes
- For a sweeter variation, add mini marshmallows over the topping during the last 10 minutes of baking for a classic melty finish.
- You can prepare the casserole up to a day in advance; refrigerate it without topping, then add the topping right before baking to maintain crispness.
