Description
Sweet Potato Casserole with Buttery Pecan Topping is the ultimate comfort food that combines creamy sweet potatoes with a crunchy, caramelized pecan topping. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, this dish delivers rich flavors and an inviting aroma that will have everyone reaching for seconds. With its visually stunning presentation and delightful taste, this casserole is sure to become a beloved staple at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, divided
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain and return sweet potatoes to the pot. Add 1/2 cup of butter, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mash until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine chopped pecans with remaining melted butter and brown sugar. Mix well.
- Sprinkle the pecan topping over the sweet potato layer.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg