Southern Sweet Potato Casserole
Indulge in the comforting sweetness of Southern Sweet Potato Casserole, a classic holiday favorite that’s as irresistible as it is easy to prepare. Perfectly creamy mashed sweet potatoes are blended with butter, sugar, and a touch of vanilla, then crowned with a crunchy, golden-brown pecan streusel topping. This delightful dish marries rich, buttery flavors with a satisfying crumbly texture, making it a show-stopping side for festive gatherings or cozy family dinners. Ready in under an hour with simple pantry staples, this Southern-inspired recipe is the ultimate combination of sweet, savory, and indulgent. Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a special Sunday dinner, Southern Sweet Potato Casserole is guaranteed to warm hearts and plates alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set it aside.
Peel the sweet potatoes, cut them into chunks, and boil them in a large pot of water until fork-tender, about 20 minutes. Drain well.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Add 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter, granulated sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well-combined and creamy.
Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish.
In a medium bowl, prepare the topping by combining brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and chopped pecans. Add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and mix with a fork until the mixture is crumbly.
Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture in the casserole dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
Remove from oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy this comforting dish warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4172 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 210.8 g | 270% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.1 g | 415% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 693 mg | 231% | |
| Sodium | 1828 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 557.2 g | 203% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.2 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 384.1 g | ||
| Protein | 46.7 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 664 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1088 mg | 23% | |
*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.
