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Classic Southern Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping

A close-up of a rich, orange slice of southern sweet potato casserole topped with a brown sugar and pecan crumble.
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Make this creamy, traditional Southern Sweet Potato Casserole featuring a crunchy pecan crumble topping. It is a reliable holiday side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes (about 3 large potatoes)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • For the Pecan Topping:
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup (about 5 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until the ingredients are smooth and well combined.
  3. Pour the sweet potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  4. Prepare the topping: In a separate medium bowl, mix the brown sugar and flour for the topping. Cut in the melted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the chopped pecans.
  5. Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
  6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
  7. Let the casserole cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute maple syrup for 1/4 cup of the milk for a maple sweet potato casserole flavor.
  • For a make ahead holiday casserole, prepare the base and topping separately, cover, and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Add the topping just before baking.
  • If you prefer a marshmallow topping, skip the pecan topping ingredients and cover the sweet potato base with mini marshmallows during the last 10 minutes of baking.

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