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Perfect Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe with Pecan Topping

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A creamy sweet potato casserole topped with a crunchy, caramelized pecan layer. Perfect for holidays or any special gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup milk (whole milk preferred, or almond/oat milk)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar (for topping)
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 3 tablespoons butter, softened

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes, then boil them in a large pot of salted water for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
  3. Transfer the sweet potatoes to a large bowl and mash them until smooth using a potato masher or an electric hand mixer.
  4. Add melted butter, brown sugar, milk, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Stir well until everything is combined and smooth.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix the chopped pecans, brown sugar, flour, and softened butter until crumbly. Use your hands or a fork to ensure the butter is evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the sweet potato mixture into the greased baking dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle the pecan topping over the sweet potato mixture, making sure to cover the surface evenly.
  7. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the sweet potato mixture is bubbling slightly around the edges.
  8. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. It’s best enjoyed warm.

Notes

[“Don’t overcook the sweet potatoes to avoid a watery texture.”, ‘Use room-temperature eggs to prevent the melted butter from solidifying.’, ‘Cover the dish loosely with foil if the pecan topping starts to brown too quickly.’, ‘Prepare the sweet potato base and topping separately and store them in the fridge overnight for easy assembly before baking.’, ‘Use real butter for the best flavor and texture.’]

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Keywords: sweet potato casserole, pecan topping, holiday recipe, Thanksgiving side dish, Christmas recipe, comfort food, easy casserole, festive dish

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