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Southern Sweet Potato Casserole

Irresistible Southern Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Crunch

A delicious Southern Sweet Potato Casserole with a creamy base and crunchy pecan topping, perfect for holidays and gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 2 pounds sweet potatoes fresh sweet potatoes yield the best flavor
  • 1/2 cup butter can substitute with plant-based butter for a dairy-free option
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar maple syrup can be a great substitute
  • 1/2 cup milk coconut milk works beautifully for a dairy-free version
  • 2 large eggs for a vegan alternative, try flax eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For the Pecan Topping
  • 1 cup chopped pecans can substitute with oats or crushed graham crackers for a nut-free option
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour precise measuring helps ensure the perfect texture
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup melted butter

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large pot
  • Mixing bowls
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your baking dish and prepare to unveil the delightful layers.
  2. Peel and chop sweet potatoes into uniform chunks. Boil in salted water for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender, then mash until smooth.
  3. Combine mashed sweet potatoes with melted butter, brown sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, mix chopped pecans, flour, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly.
  5. Lightly grease a baking dish, pour in sweet potato mixture, smooth the surface, and sprinkle with pecan topping.
  6. Bake for 30–35 minutes until pecan topping is golden brown and edges are bubbling.
  7. Cool for 5 minutes before serving to ease the layers and enhance flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure sweet potatoes are well-drained after boiling. Cool slightly before mixing with eggs to prevent scrambling. Lightly toast pecans for deeper flavor. Cover with foil if browning too quickly.

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