Mashed Sweet Potato Bake
Transform your holiday table with this irresistible Mashed Sweet Potato Bake, a comforting side dish that combines the creamy sweetness of mashed sweet potatoes with the crunch of a buttery pecan crumble topping. This recipe begins with tender, perfectly boiled sweet potatoes that are mashed and blended with a luscious mix of butter, milk, brown sugar, vanilla, and warm cinnamon spice. The real showstopper is the golden, nutty topping, made from a blend of pecans, brown sugar, flour, and softened butter, adding the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Ready in just an hour, this oven-baked delight is easy to prepare and serves six, making it ideal for Thanksgiving, family dinners, or any occasion that calls for a touch of warmth and decadence. Indulge in this crowd-pleasing dish that brings autumn flavors to life with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups milk
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup pecans
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups brown sugar (for topping)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into large chunks.
Add the sweet potato chunks to a large pot of water and bring to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot.
Add 4 tablespoons of butter, milk, 3 tablespoons of brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt to the pot with the sweet potatoes.
Mash the sweet potato mixture with a potato masher or use a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a lightly greased 9x9-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
In a medium bowl, prepare the pecan crumble topping. Combine chopped pecans, flour, 0.5 cups of brown sugar, and 4 tablespoons of softened butter. Mix with a fork until crumbly.
Sprinkle the pecan mixture evenly over the mashed sweet potatoes.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3175 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 193.3 g | 248% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.0 g | 395% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 1662 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 359.2 g | 131% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.2 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 187.7 g | ||
| Protein | 31.5 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 600 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 893 mg | 19% | |
*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.
