Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe
Sweet Potato Casserole is a comforting side dish made with creamy mashed sweet potatoes, warm spices, and a crunchy pecan topping. It’s the perfect mix of sweet and savory, making it a holiday favorite!
Equipment
- Large pot
- Mixing bowl
- Potato masher or hand mixer
- Baking dish (9x13-inch)
- Spatula or spoon
Ingredients
- 3 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cut into cubes
- ½ cup brown sugar packed
- ⅓ cup butter softened
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup chopped pecans divided
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon or to taste
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups miniature marshmallows
Instructions
- Boil sweet potatoes – Peel and chop sweet potatoes. Boil in a large pot until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
- Mash – In a mixing bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.
- Mix ingredients – Stir in butter, brown sugar, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until creamy.
- Prepare topping – In a small bowl, mix chopped pecans, brown sugar, flour, and melted butter.
- Assemble – Spread the sweet potato mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Add topping – Sprinkle the pecan mixture evenly over the top.
- Bake – Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve – Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
