Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole
Elevate your holiday table with this decadent Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole, a perfect balance of cozy sweetness and sophisticated flair. Featuring creamy mashed sweet potatoes infused with buttery richness, a splash of bourbon, and warm vanilla, this casserole is topped with a pecan-studded crumble for irresistible crunch. Optional toasted marshmallows add a nostalgic touch, making it both comforting and indulgent. Easy to prepare in just over an hour, this show-stopping side dish combines classic flavors with a modern twist, making it a must-have centerpiece for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons bourbon
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups chopped pecans
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into large chunks. Place the chunks in a large pot of water, bring to a boil, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until very tender.
Drain the sweet potatoes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Mash them until smooth using a potato masher or an electric mixer.
Add 4 tablespoons of melted butter, brown sugar, milk, bourbon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix until fully combined.
Whisk in the eggs, one at a time, until smooth. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
In a medium bowl, prepare the pecan topping by mixing together the flour, chopped pecans, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling at the edges.
If using marshmallows, sprinkle them over the top during the last 5 minutes of baking and return the dish to the oven until the marshmallows are lightly toasted.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3678 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.2 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.9 g | 264% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 573 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 1879 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 550.2 g | 200% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.0 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 351.9 g | ||
| Protein | 46.0 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 643 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 968 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
