Description
A creamy and cozy sweet potato casserole with a crunchy pecan topping, perfect for holiday gatherings or chilly dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pecans (chopped)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get that warm atmosphere started.
- Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into chunks, then boil until tender.
- Drain the sweet potatoes and mash them in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in the milk, melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until beautifully smooth.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture into a greased baking dish, creating a luscious layer.
- Combine the chopped pecans, flour, granulated sugar, and any remaining melted butter in another bowl, then sprinkle this crispy topping over the sweet potato mash.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the topping is gloriously golden brown and fragrant.
- Serve it hot, enjoy the sweet, nutty aroma, and savor every delightful bite!
Notes
Feel free to customize with citrus zest, coconut, or spices for a unique twist. Make-ahead options also available.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg