Decadent Sweet Potato Casserole with Maple-pecan Streusel

Decadent Sweet Potato Casserole with Maple-pecan Streusel

90 mins
easy
8 servings

A comforting and flavorful sweet potato casserole, perfect for Thanksgiving or any special occasion. This recipe features a crispy maple-pecan streusel topping for an irresistible combination of sweet and savory.

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Equipment Needed

  • Baking dish
  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Potato masher

Ingredients

  • 3.00 poundsSweet Potatoes(Peeled and cubed)
  • 0.50 stickUnsalted Butter(Melted)
  • 0.75 teaspoonSalt
  • 0.75 cupLight Brown Sugar(Packed)
  • 0.13 teaspoonNutmeg
  • 2.00 largeEggs(Lightly beaten)
  • 0.25 cupMaple Syrup
  • 0.33 cupFlour
  • 1.00 teaspoonCinnamon
  • 1.00 cupPecans(Chopped)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Boil sweet potatoes until tender (20-25 minutes). Drain and cool.

Estimated time: 25 minutes

3

Melt butter, add brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and maple syrup. Mix well.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Mash sweet potatoes until smooth. Stir in melted butter, salt, sugar, nutmeg, and eggs.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Transfer sweet potato mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle with streusel topping.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until topping is golden brown.

Estimated time: 40 minutes

7

Let cool slightly before serving.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

8

For make-ahead, refrigerate for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

9

If frozen, add extra baking time as needed.

10

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.