This sweet potato casserole is the perfect blend of creamy sweet potatoes and a crunchy pecan streusel topping—an irresistible classic for the holidays!
Ingredients:
Sweet Potato Base:
- 3 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 3-4 large sweet potatoes)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Pecan Streusel Topping:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
Directions:
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Peel, boil, and mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
- Mix the Sweet Potato Base:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, beaten eggs, melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Assemble the Casserole:
- Transfer the sweet potato mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Make the Streusel Topping:
- In a separate bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, and softened butter until crumbly. Stir in the chopped pecans.
- Top and Bake:
- Sprinkle the pecan streusel mixture evenly over the sweet potato base. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and crunchy.
- Serve:
- Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Enjoy this sweet and nutty delight!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Calories: ~300 kcal per serving
Servings: 8 servings
Tips:
- For an extra touch, add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger to the sweet potato mixture.
- Swap the pecans for walnuts or almonds if preferred.
- This dish can be prepared a day ahead—just bake it before serving.
Perfectly sweet and satisfying, this sweet potato casserole will be a star on your dinner table.