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Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe
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4.7 from 24 reviews

This Sweet Potato Casserole is a creamy and comforting dish featuring mashed sweet potatoes mixed with butter, brown sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla, topped with a crunchy pecan and brown sugar streusel, and optionally finished with gooey mini marshmallows. Perfect for holiday dinners or cozy family meals, it combines creamy, sweet, and crunchy textures in every bite.

Ingredients

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Sweet Potato Mixture

  • 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes (about 4 large)
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Topping

  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup flour
  • 3 tbsp butter, melted
  • Optional: mini marshmallows for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is ready when the casserole is assembled.
  2. Mix Sweet Potato Base: In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes with melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  3. Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking, then spread the sweet potato mixture evenly into the dish.
  4. Make Topping: In a small bowl, mix chopped pecans, brown sugar, flour, and melted butter until crumbly and well combined. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the sweet potato layer.
  5. Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, allowing the topping to become golden and the filling to heat through.
  6. Add Marshmallows (Optional): If using marshmallows, sprinkle them over the casserole after baking, then broil on high for 1 to 2 minutes until they’re golden brown and gooey—but watch closely to prevent burning.
  7. Serve: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving to enjoy the perfect balance of creamy and crunchy textures.

Notes

  • You can prepare the sweet potato mixture a day ahead and refrigerate; add topping and bake when ready.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute butter and milk with plant-based alternatives.
  • If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the brown sugar slightly in the filling and topping.
  • Be attentive when broiling the marshmallows as they can burn quickly.
  • This casserole pairs wonderfully with roasted meats or as a sweet side dish for holiday meals.

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Keywords: sweet potato casserole, sweet potatoes, holiday side dish, pecan topping, comfort food, thanksgiving recipe, mashed sweet potatoes, marshmallow topping

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