Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel Topping
Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel Topping is a heartwarming dish that beautifully combines creamy sweet potatoes with a crunchy, buttery pecan topping. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy dinners, this casserole offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will have your guests coming back for seconds. With its enticing aroma and vibrant colors, it’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that evokes nostalgia and joy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup raw pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Peel and chop sweet potatoes into uniform cubes. Boil in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain sweet potatoes and return to the pot. Add brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt. Mash until smooth.
- In a medium bowl, mix chopped pecans, flour, oats, brown sugar, and melted butter until crumbly.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture in a greased baking dish and top with the pecan streusel.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For an added twist, substitute maple syrup for brown sugar or fold in chopped apples or cranberries. To ensure a crispy topping, broil for the last few minutes of baking but watch closely to prevent burning.