Southern Sweet Potato Casserole
Indulge in the comforting sweetness of Southern Sweet Potato Casserole, a classic holiday favorite that’s as irresistible as it is easy to prepare. Perfectly creamy mashed sweet potatoes are blended with butter, sugar, and a touch of vanilla, then crowned with a crunchy, golden-brown pecan streusel topping. This delightful dish marries rich, buttery flavors with a satisfying crumbly texture, making it a show-stopping side for festive gatherings or cozy family dinners. Ready in under an hour with simple pantry staples, this Southern-inspired recipe is the ultimate combination of sweet, savory, and indulgent. Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a special Sunday dinner, Southern Sweet Potato Casserole is guaranteed to warm hearts and plates alike!
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Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (for topping)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set it aside.
Step 2
Peel the sweet potatoes, cut them into chunks, and boil them in a large pot of water until fork-tender, about 20 minutes. Drain well.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Add 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter, granulated sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well-combined and creamy.
Step 4
Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish.
Step 5
In a medium bowl, prepare the topping by combining brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and chopped pecans. Add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and mix with a fork until the mixture is crumbly.
Step 6
Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture in the casserole dish.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
Step 8
Remove from oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy this comforting dish warm!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1607.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4171.9 |
| Total Fat 210.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 83.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 693.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1827.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 557.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 35.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 384.1g | |
| Protein 46.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 163.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 663.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1088.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories