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Southern Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

4.1 from 24 reviews

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

This Southern Sweet Potato Casserole is a classic comfort dish featuring creamy mashed sweet potatoes blended with sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla, and milk, topped with a crunchy pecan streusel. Baked to golden perfection, it makes a perfect side dish for holiday meals or cozy family dinners.

Ingredients

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Sweet Potato Mixture

  • 3 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup milk

Topping

  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Boil Sweet Potatoes: Boil the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot of salted water until they are tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well and mash until smooth.
  2. Mix Sweet Potato Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes with sugar, softened butter, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and milk. Stir or beat until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 13×9 inch baking dish and transfer the sweet potato mixture evenly into the dish, spreading it out smoothly.
  4. Make the Topping: Melt the butter for the topping, then mix it with the brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and chopped pecans until the mixture becomes crumbly and evenly combined.
  5. Add Topping: Sprinkle the crumbly pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture in the baking dish.
  6. Bake the Casserole: Place the baking dish in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and crisp.

Notes

  • For a smoother texture, use a hand mixer to mash the sweet potatoes.
  • To enhance flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the sweet potato mixture.
  • Make sure to grease the baking dish well to prevent sticking.
  • Let the casserole cool a few minutes before serving to allow it to set.
  • This casserole can be prepared a day ahead and reheated before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern

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