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Sweet potato casserole topped with toasted marshmallows and pecans

Easy Sweet Potato Casserole


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  • Author: Myla
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Sweet Potato Casserole is creamy, flavorful, and topped with a crunchy pecan-brown sugar mixture. Perfect for holidays or family dinners, this recipe is easy and delicious.


Ingredients

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4 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 4 large sweet potatoes), peeled and boiled

½ cup unsalted butter, melted

½ cup brown sugar

¼ cup milk

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon salt

½ cup all-purpose flour

½ cup brown sugar

½ cup unsalted butter, melted

½ cup chopped pecans


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. In a large bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes, melted butter, brown sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.

3. Pour sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.

4. In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, melted butter, and chopped pecans to make the topping.

5. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.

6. Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes until the topping is golden brown and crisp.

7. Remove from oven and let cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Make ahead: Prepare the casserole the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake before serving.

Vegan version: Use coconut oil or vegan butter and non-dairy milk.

Spice variations: Add nutmeg or ginger for extra warmth.

Mini casseroles: Use ramekins for individual servings.

Extra crunchy topping: Add oats or coconut flakes to the pecan topping.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg