Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping, a delightful dish that combines creamy mashed sweet potatoes with a crunchy pecan crumble. This casserole is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, offering a delicious balance of sweetness and nuttiness. Its easy preparation makes it accessible to cooks of all skill levels, while the rich nutritional benefits of sweet potatoes ensure you can feel good about serving it. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply craving comfort food, this casserole is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup melted butter
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 egg
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup brown sugar (for topping)
- ⅓ cup flour
- ¼ cup melted butter (for topping)
Instructions
- Boil sweet potatoes until tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and mash.
- Mix in milk, melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and beaten egg.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spread sweet potato mixture into a greased baking dish.
- For the topping, combine brown sugar, flour, melted butter, and chopped pecans until crumbly. Sprinkle over the sweet potato layer.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until golden on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg