Praline Sweet Potatoes
Indulge in the perfect blend of rich, nutty flavors and creamy comfort with Praline Sweet Potatoes, a delightful twist on a classic holiday favorite. This recipe showcases fluffy, mashed sweet potatoes infused with warm cinnamon, vanilla, and a hint of brown sugar, topped with an irresistibly crisp praline layer made from buttery pecans and a crumbly sugar mixture. Perfectly caramelized in the oven, this dish strikes the ideal balance between sweet and savory, making it a standout side for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special gathering. Ready in just over an hour and serving six, Praline Sweet Potatoes are an easy yet impressive way to elevate your table. Pair it with roasted turkey or glazed ham for a show-stopping meal!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pecans
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then cut them into 1-inch chunks.
Step 3
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the sweet potato chunks and boil for 15–20 minutes or until they are fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, mash the sweet potatoes with 4 tablespoons of butter until smooth. Stir in 1/2 cup of brown sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to combine.
Step 5
Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and spread them into an even layer.
Step 6
In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, remaining 1/2 cup of brown sugar, flour, granulated sugar, and chopped pecans until a crumbly mixture forms.
Step 7
Sprinkle the praline topping evenly over the sweet potatoes.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and bubbling.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1213.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3539.0 |
| Total Fat 224.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 96.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 21.6g | |
| Cholesterol 426mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1600.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 360.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 219.3g | |
| Protein 23.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 399.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 714.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories