Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans

Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 35 mins
  • SERVING
    12 People
  • VIEWS
    51

Elevate your holiday table with this classic sweet potato casserole, transformed into a decadent and unforgettable experience. A creamy sweet potato base is crowned with a buttery pecan streusel, creating a delightful contrast of textures and flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    64 g
  • Cholesterol
    48 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    5 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    304 mg
  • Sugar
    45 g
  • Fat
    19 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 25 mins Place sweet potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until sweet potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. (25 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Drain sweet potatoes thoroughly and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Add granulated sugar, milk, eggs, salt, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Mash with a potato masher or electric mixer until smooth and well combined. Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together brown sugar, pecans, and flour. Pour melted butter over the pecan mixture and toss with a fork until evenly moistened and the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 hrs Bake in preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the pecan topping is golden brown and firm to the touch and the sweet potato filling is set. (60 minutes)

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Recipe View Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

For a richer flavor, try using dark brown sugar in the pecan topping.
Toast the pecans before chopping for a deeper, nuttier flavor.
A pinch of nutmeg added to the sweet potato mixture enhances the warmth of the spices.
Casserole can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated, uncooked, for up to 24 hours. Add 15 minutes to baking time if baking from cold.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 17 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Verdie Hermann

    This was amazing! My family loved it, and it's definitely going on our holiday menu.

  • Joesph Towne

    Easy to follow directions, and the result was fantastic. Highly recommend!

  • Aliyah Schulist

    The pecan topping was the perfect amount of sweetness and crunch. I will make this every year.

  • Keyon Kirlin

    I added a little orange zest to the sweet potato mixture, and it was delicious! Thanks for the great recipe!

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