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Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel

Irresistibly Creamy Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel

This Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel combines creamy sweet potatoes and crunchy pecan topping for an irresistible side dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 lb Sweet Potatoes peeled and cubed; cut into uniform 1-inch cubes
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter melted; or swap for plant-based butter
  • 0.5 cup Milk or use almond milk for a dairy-free option
  • 0.333 cup Brown Sugar for mash
  • 0.5 cup Brown Sugar for streusel; light or dark works
  • 2 Large Eggs lightly beaten; consider flaxseed eggs for vegan option
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 0.5 tsp Ground Cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 0.25 tsp Salt
For the Streusel Topping
  • 0.333 cup All-Purpose Flour or use gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans or substitute with walnuts

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Potato Masher
  • Baking Sheet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients and prepare your baking sheets.
  2. Spread the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes on a foil-lined baking sheet and roast for 45–50 minutes until tender.
  3. Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven, drain any excess liquid, and mash with the other casserole ingredients until smooth.
  4. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish, transfer the sweet potato mixture into it, and level the top.
  5. In a bowl, combine all streusel ingredients, mix until crumbly, and sprinkle over the sweet potatoes.
  6. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20–25 minutes until the top is golden brown.
  7. Cool uncovered for about 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This casserole can be made ahead of time and refrigerated. Bake just before serving for a stress-free meal.

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