Indulge in the creamy goodness of this restaurant-style sweet potato casserole. Made with fresh sweet potatoes, brown sugar, and topped with a crunchy pecan streusel, this dish is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. Whether you're hosting a holiday dinner or simply craving a comforting side dish, this recipe will surely impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and pierce them with a fork all over. Place them on a baking sheet and bake for 1 hour, or until tender.
- After baking, allow the sweet potatoes to cool, then peel off the skin and mash them in a large bowl.
- To the mashed sweet potatoes, add the melted butter, granulated sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, and chopped pecans. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the sweet potato mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pecan topping is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Enjoy the creamy and flavorful sweet potato casserole!
Interesting Facts
Sweet potatoes are a great source of vitamin A and antioxidants.
The combination of sweet potatoes and pecans creates a delightful flavor contrast.
This casserole can be prepared in advance and reheated for convenience.