Description
Easy Sweet Potato Casserole is a comforting and delicious side dish that everyone will love. This simple recipe combines creamy mashed sweet potatoes with a crunchy pecan streusel topping, creating a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Perfect for holiday gatherings or casual weeknight dinners, this casserole is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite spices and toppings. With minimal prep time, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time. Imagine the warm, inviting aroma filling your kitchen as it bakes to golden perfection. Gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dish that will impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil in salted water for about 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot. Add melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and eggs; mash until smooth.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, chopped pecans, and melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over the sweet potato mixture.
- Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg