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Sweet potato casserole topped with pecans in a white baking dish

Classic Sweet Potato Casserole with Crunchy Pecan Topping


  • Author: Jennifer Mitchell
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A traditional sweet potato casserole made with tender, sweet potatoes and topped with a crunchy, buttery pecan streusel. Perfect for any holiday gathering


Ingredients

Scale
  • Potatoes:
    • 1 (40 ounce) can cut sweet potatoes, undrained
    • ¾ cup white sugar, or more to taste
    • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
    • ⅓ cup milk
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pecan Topping:
    • 1 cup chopped pecans
    • ¾ cup packed brown sugar, or more to taste
    • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
    • ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, white sugar, unsalted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
  • Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the chopped pecans, brown sugar, flour, and melted butter until combined.
  • Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.

Notes

For a less sweet version, reduce the amount of white and brown sugar. For added flavor, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg into the sweet potato mixture.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: Sweet Potato Casserole