Sweet Potato Casserole with Cornflakes Topping
Sweet potato casserole with cornflakes topping is a comforting and delicious dish that combines the rich sweetness of sweet potatoes with a crunchy cornflake layer. Perfect for family gatherings or holiday feasts, this easy-to-make casserole is sure to impress your guests with its warm flavors and delightful textures. Serve it as a side dish or enjoy it as a satisfying dessert!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 2 lbs)
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups plain cornflakes
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Boil sweet potato cubes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, mash the cooked sweet potatoes until smooth. Mix in melted butter, brown sugar, milk, and eggs until well combined.
- In another bowl, crush cornflakes (leaving some larger pieces). Combine with melted butter and a pinch of salt.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly in the prepared dish and top with the cornflake mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (about 150g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg