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Sweet Potato Crunch Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Sweet Potato Crunch Casserole is a delightful and comforting dish perfect for holiday dinners or family gatherings. It features a creamy mashed sweet potato base that is flavored with warm cinnamon and vanilla, topped with a crunchy, buttery pecan streusel that adds the perfect contrast in texture. Baked to golden perfection, this casserole is both sweet and satisfying, making it a classic side dish loved by many.

Ingredients

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Sweet Potato Mixture

  • 2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 4 medium, 4 cups mashed)
  • ½ cup whole milk (120 ml)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (100 grams)
  • ¼ cup salted butter, melted (28 grams)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Streusel Topping

  • 1 cup brown sugar (220 grams)
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (65 grams)
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (120 grams)
  • ½ cup salted butter, softened (56 grams)

Instructions

  1. Bake Sweet Potatoes: Scrub the sweet potatoes clean and prick them a few times with a fork. Place them on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 40 to 50 minutes, until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
  2. Prepare Mashed Sweet Potatoes: Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly until safe to handle. Peel off the skins and mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Mix Sweet Potato Filling: In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, whole milk, eggs, granulated sugar, melted butter, salt, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
  4. Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly with butter or non-stick spray. Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly into the dish.
  5. Make Streusel Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and chopped pecans. Add the softened butter and use your fingers or a pastry blender to combine until the mixture becomes crumbly and resembles coarse crumbs.
  6. Add Topping: Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the sweet potato filling, covering the surface completely.
  7. Bake Casserole: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 to 45 minutes. Bake until the filling is set and the topping is golden brown and crisp.
  8. Cool Before Serving: Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes before serving. This helps it firm up for easier slicing and enhances the flavor.
  9. Enjoy and Share Feedback: Please leave a rating and comment letting us know how you liked this recipe! Your feedback helps us continue providing high-quality recipes for you.

Notes

  • Be sure to bake the sweet potatoes until very tender to ensure a smooth mashed texture.
  • Allowing the casserole to cool before serving helps it set for clean slices.
  • The pecan streusel topping adds a lovely crunch but can be substituted with walnuts if preferred.
  • You can prepare the sweet potatoes a day ahead to save time.
  • Whole milk can be substituted with any milk of your choice for a lighter version.

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