Sweet Potato Casserole
Learn how to make sweet potato casserole, a classic dish perfect for holidays. Make ahead for convenience and enjoy its sweet and savory flavors.
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Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes:
- 4 cups peeled cubed sweet potatoes
- 2 large eggs beaten
- ½ cup white sugar
- ½ cup milk
- 4 tablespoons butter softened
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
Pecan Topping:
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons butter softened
- ½ cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Prepare sweet potatoes: Put sweet potatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Cook over medium-high heat until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
- Mash drained sweet potatoes with a fork. Add eggs; mix until well combined. Add sugar, milk, butter, vanilla, and salt; mix until smooth. Transfer to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Make topping: Mix brown sugar and flour together in a medium bowl. Cut in butter with a pastry cutter until mixture is coarse and looks like peas; don't overmix. Stir in pecans. Sprinkle topping over sweet potato mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven until topping is lightly browned, about 30 minutes.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh sweet potatoes for the best flavor and texture.
- Customize the sweetness level by adjusting the amount of sugar or sweeteners.
- Experiment with different toppings like marshmallows or streusel for variety.
- Make ahead and refrigerate overnight for convenience.
- Serve alongside other holiday favorites for a complete feast.
Nutrition
Calories: 226kcal
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