Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of The Best Sweet Potato Casserole, a beloved dish that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. This creamy casserole combines velvety sweet potatoes with a crunchy pecan topping, making it an instant crowd-pleaser. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive celebrations, this recipe is both easy to prepare and delightful to taste. With its sweet and buttery layers, it’s no wonder this dish has become a family favorite over the years. So gather your ingredients, and let’s create a memorable side dish that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (for topping)
- 1/3 cup flour
- 1/3 cup melted butter (for topping)
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a casserole dish with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, mix together the mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, milk, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
- In another bowl, combine the topping ingredients: brown sugar, flour, melted butter, and chopped pecans. Mix well and sprinkle evenly over the sweet potato layer.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the top is lightly browned and the casserole is heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg