Sweet Potato Casserole
A delightful Sweet Potato Casserole with a creamy texture and sweet, nutty topping perfect for holidays or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 40 ounces can cut sweet potatoes in light syrup, drained (may use canned yams)
- 1/2 cup 2% milk
- 2 eggs, whisked
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened (for topping)
- 1/2 cup crushed pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Combine the drained sweet potatoes, milk, eggs, brown sugar, softened butter, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, and salt in a large bowl. Mash and mix until smooth.
- Transfer the sweet potato mixture into an oven-safe 9×9 inch dish, spreading it evenly.
- Make the topping by combining the softened butter, crushed pecans or walnuts, and brown sugar in a small bowl until well blended.
- Add the topping mixture evenly over the sweet potato base.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until set and lightly golden. Let it sit for 10 minutes before serving hot.
Notes
Use high-quality ingredients for enhanced flavor. Allow the casserole to rest before serving.