This sweet potato casserole recipe is the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, with a buttery cinnamon pecan topping that is sure to impress your family and friends. It's a great side dish for Thanksgiving or any other special occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, milk, 1/2 cup melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Spread into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar, flour, 1/3 cup melted butter, and pecans. Sprinkle over the sweet potato mixture.
- Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the topping is lightly browned.
Interesting Facts
Sweet potatoes are a great source of beta-carotene, which is converted into vitamin A in the body.
The pecan topping adds a delicious crunch to this casserole, making it a crowd favorite.
This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.