Description
This effortless sweet potato casserole with butter pecan crumble topping is a rich and creamy holiday favorite, combining sweet potatoes with a crunchy, buttery pecan topping. Perfect for Thanksgiving, potlucks, and cozy dinners!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Butter Pecan Crumble Topping:
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven – Set oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes – Boil cubed sweet potatoes in a large pot until fork-tender. Drain well.
- Mash the Sweet Potatoes – Use a potato masher or electric mixer to mash until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients – Add melted butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, eggs, vanilla extract, milk, and salt. Stir until fully combined.
- Transfer to Baking Dish – Spread the mixture evenly in a greased baking dish.
- Make the Butter Pecan Crumble Topping – In a bowl, mix chopped pecans, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly.
- Add Topping – Sprinkle the crumble evenly over the sweet potato mixture.
- Bake – Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and crisp on top.
- Cool and Serve – Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Marshmallow Topping – Replace pecan crumble with mini marshmallows for a gooier version.
- Nut-Free Option – Swap pecans with rolled oats for a crunchy, nut-free alternative.
- Vegan Alternative – Use coconut milk, flax eggs, and plant-based butter.
- Spiced Sweet Potatoes – Add nutmeg, ginger, or allspice for extra warmth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: sweet potato casserole, butter pecan topping, holiday side dish, Thanksgiving recipe, easy casserole recipe