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Sweet Potato Casserole with Butter Pecan Crumble

Sweet Potato Casserole with Butter Pecan Crumble Delight

Enjoy this Sweet Potato Casserole with Butter Pecan Crumble, a nostalgic holiday dish with creamy sweet potatoes and a crunchy topping.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potato Base
  • 2 lbs Fresh Sweet Potatoes Canned in a pinch.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness; margarine can be used.
  • 3/4 cup Light Brown Sugar For base; dark brown sugar offers deeper flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Or whole milk; non-dairy milk works for vegan.
  • 2 large Eggs Lightly beaten; replace with cornstarch and water for vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Amplifies the flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon Warm spice.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Warm spice.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances the sweetness.
For the Pecan Crumble Topping
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; gluten-free flour can be used.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Toasted enhances nutty flavor.
  • 3/4 cup Light Brown Sugar For topping.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Key for a buttery crumble.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon In topping.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Peel sweet potatoes, cut into chunks, boil for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender, and drain.
  3. Mash the drained sweet potatoes and mix with melted butter, sugar, cream, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
  4. Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly in the baking dish.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine remaining sugar, melted butter, flour, cinnamon, and pecans until crumbly.
  6. Sprinkle the pecan crumble evenly over the sweet potato layer.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the topping is golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure sweet potatoes are well-drained to prevent a runny base. You can make the sweet potato base a day in advance.

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