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Easy Sweet Potato Casserole

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This Easy Sweet Potato Casserole is creamy, buttery, and topped with a crunchy pecan streusel, making it the perfect holiday side dish. With just the right balance of sweetness and warmth, this dish is a must-have for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cozy gathering!

Ingredients

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For the Sweet Potato Filling:

  • 3 lbs sweet potatoes (about 4–5 medium, peeled & cubed)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • ¼ cup milk (or heavy cream for extra richness!)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp cinnamon (optional, for warmth!)
  • ½ tsp salt

For the Pecan Streusel Topping:

  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup chopped pecans (or walnuts!)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ tsp cinnamon (optional, for extra spice!)

Optional Topping Additions:

  • 1 cup mini marshmallows (for a classic touch!)

Instructions

Step 1: Cook & Mash the Sweet Potatoes

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  2. Add cubed sweet potatoes and cook until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes).
  3. Drain well and mash until smooth.

Step 2: Make the Sweet Potato Mixture

  1. In a large bowl, mix mashed sweet potatoes, melted butter, brown sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
  2. Spread evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

Step 3: Make the Pecan Streusel

  1. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, pecans, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly.
  2. Sprinkle evenly over the sweet potato filling.

Step 4: Bake the Casserole

  1. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
  2. (Optional: If using marshmallows, add them on top during the last 5 minutes of baking and broil until golden brown.)

Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!

  1. Let cool for 5 minutes, then serve warm.
  2. Enjoy with Thanksgiving turkey, roasted ham, or your favorite holiday dishes!

Serving Suggestions

  • With Extra Crunch: Sprinkle extra chopped pecans before serving.
  • With a Drizzle: Add maple syrup or caramel sauce for indulgence!
  • As a Leftover Treat: Enjoy cold or reheat for a next-day snack.

Notes

  • Want it creamier? Use heavy cream instead of milk.
  • Nut-Free Version? Skip pecans and use oat topping instead.
  • Make Ahead: Assemble 1 day in advance, refrigerate, and bake when ready!
  • More Spice? Add ¼ tsp nutmeg or pumpkin spice.

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