Praline Sweet Potato Casserole
Transform your holiday table with this irresistible Praline Sweet Potato Casserole, a decadent side dish that combines creamy, spiced sweet potatoes with a buttery, crunchy pecan topping. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any special occasion, this comforting casserole is made with simple ingredients like cinnamon, brown sugar, and vanilla, creating a warm, cozy flavor that your guests will adore. The praline topping, made with chopped pecans and a hint of brown sugar, bakes to golden perfection, adding a delightful crunch to every bite. Ready in just over an hour, this easy recipe serves eight and pairs beautifully with roasted turkey or holiday ham. Indulge in this crowd-pleasing classic that’s destined to be a family favorite!
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Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup brown sugar (for topping)
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, softened (for topping)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set it aside.
Step 2
Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into large chunks. Place them in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are fork-tender. Drain the water and transfer the cooked sweet potatoes to a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
Using a potato masher or electric mixer, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
Step 4
Add 6 tablespoons of melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, salt, and beaten eggs to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix until well combined.
Step 5
Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared casserole dish and smooth out the surface with a spatula.
Step 6
In a medium mixing bowl, prepare the praline topping by combining chopped pecans, all-purpose flour, brown sugar (for topping), and softened butter (for topping). Using a fork or your fingers, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 7
Evenly sprinkle the praline topping over the sweet potato mixture in the casserole dish.
Step 8
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
Step 9
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1474.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3865.4 |
| Total Fat 209.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 85.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 692.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1774.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 481.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 35.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 307.0g | |
| Protein 44.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 145.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 590.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 997.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories