Sweet Potato Casserole with Brown Sugar Streusel
Sweet Potato Casserole with Brown Sugar Streusel is a delightful dish that combines creamy, velvety sweet potatoes with a crunchy, caramelized topping. Perfect for holiday gatherings or family dinners, this casserole is not just a side dish; it’s an experience that fills your home with warmth and deliciousness. With its stunning visual appeal and irresistible flavors, this recipe guarantees that your guests will be coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and cubed
- 1 cup brown sugar (dark preferred)
- 1/2 cup salted butter, melted
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes with brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
- In another bowl, prepare the streusel by combining flour, chopped pecans (if using), brown sugar, and melted butter until crumbly.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Top generously with the streusel mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on top and bubbling slightly around the edges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in spices like nutmeg or ginger. You can prepare the casserole up to a day in advance; just refrigerate before baking.