Description
Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans is a heartwarming dish that combines creamy sweet potatoes with a crunchy pecan topping, making it a favorite for holiday gatherings and family dinners. This casserole is not only easy to prepare but also brings together the rich sweetness of sweet potatoes and the nutty flavor of pecans, creating an unforgettable taste experience. Whether served alongside roasted turkey or as part of a festive spread, this delightful dish is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 cup shelled pecans
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Peel and chop sweet potatoes into chunks, then boil in salted water until tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly.
- Mash the cooked sweet potatoes in a large bowl, mixing in melted butter, brown sugar, milk, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly in the greased baking dish.
- In another bowl, combine chopped pecans with additional brown sugar and melted butter; sprinkle over the sweet potato layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through and golden on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg