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A bubbling sweet potato casserole with a golden, toasted marshmallow topping

Proven way to grow perfect Sweet Potato Casserole

This recipe provides a proven method for creating a perfect sweet potato casserole, ensuring a delicious and satisfying side dish every time. It is ideal for holiday gatherings or any meal where a comforting, sweet and savory side is desired.
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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
  

For the Sweet Potato Base
  • 4 large sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Pecan Topping
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large pot
  • Large bowl
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Boil the sweet potatoes in a large pot of salted water until they are very tender; this usually takes about 15-20 minutes.
Making the Sweet Potato Base
  1. Drain the cooked sweet potatoes and peel them once they are cool enough to handle, then mash them thoroughly in a large bowl.
  2. Add the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes, mixing until well combined and smooth.
  3. Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Preparing the Pecan Topping
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and chopped pecans.
  2. Pour the melted butter over the dry ingredients and mix with a fork until crumbly.
Baking
  1. Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture in the baking dish.
  2. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
Serving
  1. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon to the sweet potato mixture. If you prefer a less sweet casserole, you can slightly reduce the amount of sugar in both the base and the topping.