Bring comfort to your table with this classic Sweet Potato Casserole, featuring creamy sweet potatoes topped with a buttery pecan streusel. Perfect for holiday gatherings!
Ingredients:
For the Sweet Potato Filling:
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 4 large sweet potatoes)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
For the Pecan Streusel Topping:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Directions:
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Peel and boil sweet potatoes until tender. Mash them and measure 4 cups.
- Make the Filling:
- In a large bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes with sugar, eggs, melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon (if using) until smooth.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Make the Streusel Topping:
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and chopped pecans. Add melted butter and mix until crumbly.
- Assemble and Bake:
- Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the sweet potato filling.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and slightly crisp.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Allow the casserole to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Calories: ~310 kcal per serving
Servings: 8-10 servings
Tips:
- For a twist, add mini marshmallows on top during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- This dish can be prepared a day ahead. Assemble and refrigerate, then bake just before serving.