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Sweet Potato Casserole

A sweet and crunchy pecan and brown sugar topping give this classic Thanksgiving dish a twist that makes it hard to pass up.

4

Servings

25 Mins

Prep Time

90 Mins

Cook Time

Prep

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Prepare the Baking Sheet While Preheating the Oven

Set the oven to 425°F/ 218°C (high) bake (not convection) and adjust the rack to the middle. While the oven preheats, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

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Cooking Steps

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1. Roast the Sweet Potatoes

Place the sweet potatoes on the prepeared baking sheet, then transfer to the preheated oven and roast for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until fork tender. While the sweet potatoes roast, continue with the recipe.

  • Sweet Potatoes(medium size)4
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2. Combine the Sugar, Vanilla and Egg

While the sweet potatoes roast, whisk the ingredients until well combined and set aside.

  • Granulated Sugar2 Tbsps.
  • Vanilla Extract½ tsp.
  • Large Eggs1
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3. Combine the Topping Ingredients

Melt some of the butter and combine with the rest of the ingredients to create a crumbly topping. Set aside.

  • Brown Sugar¾ cup
  • All Purpose Flour¼ cup
  • Pecans(roughly chopped)⅔ cup
  • Unsalted Butter(melted)¼ cup
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4. Remove the Sweet Potatoes and Lower the Temperature

Transfer the sweet potatoes to a heat proof surface and then turn the temperature to 375°F/ 190°c (medium high). Allow the sweet potatoes to cook for 5- 10 minutes.

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5. Peel the Sweet Potatoes

Once slightly cool, peel the potatoes and add to the bowl with the egg mixture.

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6. Mash the Sweet Potatoes

Using a large fork or potato masher, mash the sweet potatoes until smooth.

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7. Season the Casserole Filling

Stir until combined.

  • Kosher Salt1 tsp.
  • Unsalted Butter(melted)¼ cup
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8. Transfer the Filling to the Casserole Dish

Spread evenly.

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9. Add the Streusel Topping

Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture.

  • Streusal Topping2 cups
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10. Bake the Casserole

Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until heated through and bubbling at the edges.

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11. Remove the Casserole and Serve

Turn off the oven and transfer to a heat proof surface and allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving.

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