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Southern Style Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Crumb

A comforting Southern Style Sweet Potato Casserole enriched with a crunchy pecan crumb topping, perfect for family gatherings and cozy nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Side Dish
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Southern
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sweet Potato Mixture
  • 4 cups sweet potatoes (mashed) Use fresh, smooth-skinned sweet potatoes.
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk Can substitute with non-dairy milk.
  • 1/2 cup butter (melted) Melt before adding.
  • 2 large eggs Can substitute with flaxseed meal or applesauce for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Pecan Topping
  • 1 cup pecans (chopped) Can substitute with walnuts or almonds.
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour Gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup butter (softened) Softened for easy mixing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish generously.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, milk, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  3. Pour the sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine chopped pecans, flour, and softened butter until crumbly.
  5. Sprinkle the pecan crumb mixture evenly over the sweet potato layer.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and casserole is heated through.
  2. Allow cooling slightly before serving to help the casserole set.

Notes

Ensure sweet potatoes are cooked until tender before mashing. For best results, allow to sit after baking before serving to prevent it from falling apart.