This baked sweet potato casserole with its irresistibly crunchy pecan topping is a favorite of mine. And the family gets into their begging mode Thanksgiving, Christmas or no! Give this recipe a shot and I bet, it will be your new tradition.
Let’s make the best homemade sweet potato casserole with our recipe guide.
Sweet Potato Casserole’s Ingredients
- 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Topping:
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Easy Homemade Instructions to make Sweet Potato Casserole:
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Mix the mashed sweet potatoes, white sugar, beaten eggs, salt, butter, milk, and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl. Continue to mix until light and creamy.
Sweet Potato Casserole, Image Source: Allrecipe - Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread greased 9×13 inch baking dish with the sweet potato mix, evening it out equally.
- Make the Topping: Take another bowl and mix in the brown sugar and flour.
In the bowl, cream the mixture with the cut butter until it forms crumbs that look like coarse crumbs. Add chopped nuts for flavor.
Sweet Potato Casserole baking recipe guide, image Source: allrecipe - Add Topping: Now sprinkle the pecan nuts mixture evenly over the sweet potatoes.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. And enjoy this delicious sweets.
FAQs About Sweet Potato Casserole
Can I make this casserole ahead of time?
Sure, it will be enough to prepare the casserole and keep it in the fridge until the baking stage for 2 days but don’t forget to sprinkle the topping before placing it in the oven.
Can I freeze sweet potato casserole?
Yes! you can freeze it before or after baking. You may attempt wrapping it with an enclosing device and utilize within 1 month. However, melting should be done in the refrigerator before you heat it back up.
What can I substitute for pecans?
You can use walnuts and almonds and even you can neglect the nuts if you are allergic to it as a nut-free topping option for the cobbler.
How can I make this recipe healthier?
You can use Greek yogurt with just half of butter and use brown sugar (Raw Sugar) and choose the less heavy milk alternatively.
Create a classic Sweet Potato Casserole and share it with your loved ones or family whether you’ll have a holiday celebration or eat a meal at home. It will definitely win everyone over!
