Sweet Butternut Casserole

Indulge in the comforting sweetness of this **Sweet Butternut Casserole**, a delightful twist on a classic side dish that's perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners. Featuring creamy mashed butternut squash blended with cozy notes of brown sugar and vanilla, this casserole is topped with a golden, buttery pecan crumble for the perfect balance of sweetness and crunch. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick bake in the oven, this dish is as easy to make as it is irresistible. Packed with warm fall flavors, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their casserole game. Serve it alongside roasted meats or enjoy it as a dessert-like side for an unforgettable meal! Keywords: sweet butternut casserole, easy butternut squash recipe, holiday casserole, pecan topping, fall side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups (mashed) butternut squash
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (chopped) pecans
• 0.5 cup brown sugar (for topping)
• 4 tablespoons (melted) unsalted butter (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Peel and cube the butternut squash, then steam or boil until tender (about 10-15 minutes). Drain well and mash to yield 4 cups.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed butternut squash, 4 tablespoons of melted butter, brown sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the squash mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it into an even layer.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, make the topping by combining the flour, chopped pecans, 0.5 cup of brown sugar, and 4 tablespoons of melted butter. Stir until the mixture forms a crumbly texture.

Step 6

Sprinkle the topping evenly over the squash mixture in the baking dish.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is set.

Step 8

Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1585.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3267.6

Total Fat 179.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 21.7g
Cholesterol 631.0mg	0%
Sodium 1469.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 413.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.5g	0%
Total Sugars 286.1g
Protein 40.3g	0%

Vitamin D 163.7IU	0%
Calcium 841.8mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 3499.3mg	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: 47.1%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 48.2%