A classic Southern dish that’s a perfect balance of creamy sweet potatoes and a crunchy, nutty topping. It’s like dessert for dinner! 🍠✨
🧑🍳 Ingredients
For the Sweet Potato Filling:
🛒 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 4 large sweet potatoes)
🛒 ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
🛒 ½ cup granulated sugar
🛒 ½ cup packed brown sugar
🛒 2 large eggs, beaten
🛒 ½ cup milk (whole milk or evaporated milk works best)
🛒 1 tsp vanilla extract
🛒 1 tsp ground cinnamon
🛒 ½ tsp ground nutmeg
For the Pecan Crunch Topping:
🛒 1 cup chopped pecans
🛒 ½ cup packed brown sugar
🛒 ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
🛒 ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
🍴 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Sweet Potatoes:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel and boil the sweet potatoes until tender (about 15–20 minutes). Drain and mash until smooth.
2️⃣ Make the Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until creamy and smooth.
- Pour the sweet potato mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
3️⃣ Prepare the Pecan Crunch Topping:
- In a medium bowl, stir together the pecans, brown sugar, and flour. Add melted butter and mix until the topping resembles a crumbly texture.
4️⃣ Assemble the Casserole:
- Evenly sprinkle the pecan topping over the sweet potato filling.
5️⃣ Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is set.
6️⃣ Serve and Enjoy:
- Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. It’s best enjoyed warm!
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Classic Comfort: A perfect blend of creamy and crunchy textures!
- Festive Favorite: A holiday table must-have that everyone will adore.
- Easy to Make: Simple ingredients, big flavor payoff.
💬 Tip: Add a sprinkle of marshmallows halfway through baking for a gooey twist!
Enjoy this Southern Sweet Potato Casserole that’s sure to steal the show! 🥧✨