Mashed Sweet Potato Bake

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

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!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 40 min
• Total Time: 1 hr
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items

• 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

11 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into large chunks.

3. 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.

4. Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot.

5. Add 4 tablespoons of butter, milk, 3 tablespoons of brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt to the pot with the sweet potatoes.

6. Mash the sweet potato mixture with a potato masher or use a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.

7. Transfer the mashed sweet potatoes to a lightly greased 9x9-inch baking dish and spread evenly.

8. 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.

9. Sprinkle the pecan mixture evenly over the mashed sweet potatoes.

10. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.

11. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (218.2g)

Calories		539
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		32.1 g	41%
	Saturated Fat	13.5 g	68%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	3.5 g
Cholesterol		54 mg	18%
Sodium		242 mg	11%
Total Carbohydrate		62.0 g	23%
	Dietary Fiber	5.7 g	20%
	Total Sugars	33.2 g
Protein		5.2 g	10%
Vitamin D		0.6 mcg	3%
Calcium		101 mg	8%
Iron		2.0 mg	11%
Potassium		152 mg	3%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1726 cal (51.6%%)

Protein: 126 cal (3.8%%)

Carbs: 1489 cal (44.6%%)