Mashed Sweet Potato Casserole
Indulge in the warmth of Mashed Sweet Potato Casserole, a comforting dish that combines creamy sweet potatoes with rich butter and spices, all topped with a crunchy pecan streusel. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, this casserole is sure to impress with its delightful flavor and texture. Every bite offers a comforting embrace that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel and chop sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil in a large pot of water for about 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Drain the sweet potatoes and transfer them to a mixing bowl. Add butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and eggs; mash until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix chopped pecans with remaining brown sugar and melted butter.
- Spread the mashed sweet potato mixture in a greased baking dish and sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over it.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until heated through and golden on top. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg