This sweet potato casserole is a classic holiday side dish that is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Made with creamy mashed sweet potatoes, topped with a crunchy pecan streusel topping, this casserole is the perfect blend of sweet and savory. It's a simple and comforting dish that can be enjoyed year-round. Whether you're hosting a Thanksgiving dinner or just looking for a delicious side dish to accompany a weeknight meal, this recipe won't disappoint.
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Poke holes in the sweet potatoes using a fork, then place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 45-60 minutes or until tender.
- Let the sweet potatoes cool slightly, then remove the skin and place the flesh in a large mixing bowl.
- Mash the sweet potatoes until smooth and creamy. Add the melted butter, milk, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir well to combine.
- Transfer the sweet potato mixture to the greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- In a separate bowl, combine the chopped pecans, flour, brown sugar, and melted butter to make the streusel topping. Mix until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the streusel topping over the sweet potato mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Enjoy the delicious sweet potato casserole!
