Sweet Potato Casserole

Quick Description

This sweet potato casserole is rich, creamy, and topped with a crunchy pecan streusel. It’s a delightful side dish perfect for family dinners, especially during the holidays!

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Servings & Timing

• Servings: 8-10 servings
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour

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Ingredients List

For the Sweet Potato Base:

• 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 cup milk (or heavy cream for extra creaminess)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt

For the Streusel Topping:

• 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

For the Glaze:

• 2 tbsp heavy cream
• 1 tbsp powdered sugar

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Sweet Potatoes:
   • In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the cubed sweet potatoes. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
   • Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot or a large mixing bowl.
2. Make the Sweet Potato Base:
   • Mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
   • Add the melted butter, milk, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until everything is well combined and the mixture is creamy.
   • Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
3. Prepare the Streusel Topping:
   • In a small bowl, mix together the chopped pecans, flour, brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon.
   • Sprinkle the streusel mixture evenly over the mashed sweet potatoes.
4. Bake the Casserole:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Bake the casserole for 30-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
5. Make the Glaze (Optional):
   • While the casserole is baking, whisk together the heavy cream and powdered sugar in a small bowl.
   • Once the casserole is done baking, drizzle the glaze over the top for added sweetness and richness.
6. Serve:
   • Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the creamy sweet potato filling with the crunchy streusel topping!