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A bubbling sweet potato casserole, golden brown and topped with marshmallows.

Best way to grow a Sweet Potato Casserole in 5 stepsSweet Potato Casserole

This recipe guides you through the simple steps of creating a delicious sweet potato casserole, perfect for any occasion. It combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with a rich, creamy texture and a delightful topping.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sweet Potato Casserole
  • 3 large sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup butter melted
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Topping
  • 1 cup pecans chopped
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup butter cold, cut into pieces

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking dish
  • large pot
  • large bowl
  • small bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes, then boil them in a large pot of lightly salted water until very tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Mixing and Baking
  1. Drain the sweet potatoes and mash them until smooth; then, in a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes with melted butter, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
  2. In a separate small bowl, mix together the chopped pecans, brown sugar, and flour, then cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, sprinkle the pecan topping over it, and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg to the sweet potato mixture. To make ahead, assemble the casserole without baking, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Bake as directed, adding an extra 10-15 minutes to the cooking time if baking from cold.