Grandma's Sweet Potato Casserole

Bring warmth and nostalgia to your table with Grandma's Sweet Potato Casserole, a timeless classic perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners. This indulgent recipe combines velvety mashed sweet potatoes sweetened with granulated sugar, a hint of vanilla, and rich melted butter, all topped with a crunchy, caramelized pecan streusel that’s impossible to resist. With its luscious texture and the perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness, this casserole bakes to golden perfection in just 40 minutes. Whether served as a side dish or a crowd-pleasing dessert, Grandma’s Sweet Potato Casserole is a comforting dish that captures the joy of homemade cooking. Make it the star of your next celebration!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large sweet potatoes
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
• 0.5 cups whole milk
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cups brown sugar
• 0.3 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups pecans (chopped)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into chunks. Boil them in a large pot of water for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork. Drain and let them cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, mash the boiled sweet potatoes until smooth. Add the granulated sugar, melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and eggs. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, prepare the topping by mixing together the brown sugar, flour, and chopped pecans. Add the softened butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 6

Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato base.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden and bubbly.

Step 8

Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy Grandma’s Sweet Potato Casserole warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1324.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2838.0

Total Fat 146.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 634.6mg	0%
Sodium 617.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 359.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.0g	0%
Total Sugars 212.0g
Protein 37.2g	0%

Vitamin D 163.7IU	0%
Calcium 550.9mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 718.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.3%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 49.5%