Cozy Sweet Potato Casserole
Indulge in the warmth of this delicious sweet potato casserole, featuring creamy mashed sweet potatoes topped with a crunchy pecan and brown sugar crumble. This dish perfectly balances sweetness and nuttiness, making it a fantastic choice for holiday gatherings or comforting weeknight dinners. Experience the rich flavors of cinnamon and vanilla as they blend seamlessly, leaving your taste buds craving for more!
ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2.
In a large pot, boil the cubed sweet potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- 3.
In a mixing bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
- 4.
Add the melted butter, brown sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix well until fully combined.
- 5.
Transfer the sweet potato mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- 6.
In a separate bowl, combine chopped pecans, flour, and a bit of brown sugar. Mix in melted butter until crumbly.
- 7.
Spread the pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
- 8.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- 9.
Let cool slightly before serving warm.