Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan & Marshmallow Topping

Why Make This Recipe

Sweet Potato Casserole is a delightful dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with buttery layers and a crunchy topping. It is perfect for family gatherings, holidays, or any time you want a comforting side dish. This recipe is simple to follow and brings together a harmony of textures and flavors that everyone will enjoy.

How to Make Sweet Potato Casserole

Ingredients:

• Cooking spray
• 2 1/2 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
• 4 Tbsp. unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk, preferably whole
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp. pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 4 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 tsp. kosher salt

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a medium baking dish with cooking spray.
2. Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water.
3. Bring the water to a boil, then lower the heat to medium-low. Simmer the sweet potatoes until they are tender, about 15 minutes.
4. Drain the sweet potatoes and let them cool slightly. Transfer them to a large bowl.
5. Add the softened butter to the sweet potatoes. Mash them with a potato masher or two forks until you reach your desired consistency.
6. Stir in the eggs, milk, brown sugar, salt, nutmeg, and vanilla until the mixture is smooth. Transfer this mixture to the prepared baking dish.
7. In a separate bowl, mix the chopped pecans, flour, brown sugar, melted butter, and salt until everything is combined.
8. Sprinkle the topping over the sweet potato mixture.
9. Bake the casserole for about 25 minutes, or until it is warmed through and golden brown on top.
10. Serve warm and enjoy!

How to Serve Sweet Potato Casserole

Sweet Potato Casserole can be served warm as a side dish. It pairs wonderfully with roasted meats like turkey or chicken. You can also enjoy it as a sweet addition to a festive holiday meal.

How to Store Sweet Potato Casserole

If you have leftovers, allow the casserole to cool completely, then cover it tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days. You can reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm the entire casserole in the oven.

Tips to Make Sweet Potato Casserole

• Make sure the sweet potatoes are well-mashed for a smooth texture.
• Toasting the pecans adds extra flavor. Just bake them in the oven for a few minutes until they smell nutty.
• Adjust the sweetness by altering the amount of brown sugar based on your taste.

Variation

If you’re looking for a different twist, try adding mini marshmallows on top of the casserole before baking. They will melt and give a sweet, gooey texture that many love!

FAQs

Can I use canned sweet potatoes instead of fresh?

Yes, you can use canned sweet potatoes. Just drain them well and skip the boiling step. Mash and follow the rest of the recipe.

Can I make Sweet Potato Casserole ahead of time?

Absolutely! You can prepare the sweet potato mixture and the topping separately. Store them in the refrigerator and assemble before baking.

Is Sweet Potato Casserole a dessert or a side dish?

Sweet Potato Casserole is typically served as a side dish, but it can have dessert-like qualities due to its sweetness.

Sweet Potato Casserole

A delightful dish that combines sweet potatoes with buttery layers and a crunchy topping, perfect for gatherings and holidays.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 2.5 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
• 4 Tbsp. unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cup milk, preferably whole
• 0.5 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 0.5 tsp. ground nutmeg
• 0.25 tsp. pure vanilla extract

Topping

• 1 cup chopped toasted pecans Toast pecans for extra flavor.
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup packed light brown sugar
• 4 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 tsp. kosher salt

For Preparation

• Cooking spray For greasing the baking dish.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a medium baking dish with cooking spray.
2. Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water.
3. Bring the water to a boil, then lower the heat to medium-low. Simmer the sweet potatoes until they are tender, about 15 minutes.
4. Drain the sweet potatoes and let them cool slightly. Transfer them to a large bowl.
5. Add the softened butter to the sweet potatoes. Mash them until you reach your desired consistency.
6. Stir in the eggs, milk, brown sugar, salt, nutmeg, and vanilla until the mixture is smooth.
7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.

Topping

1. In a separate bowl, mix the chopped pecans, flour, brown sugar, melted butter, and salt until everything is combined.
2. Sprinkle the topping over the sweet potato mixture.

Baking

1. Bake the casserole for about 25 minutes, or until it is warmed through and golden brown on top.

Notes

Sweet Potato Casserole can be served warm as a side dish with roasted meats or enjoyed as a sweet addition to a festive holiday meal. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.