Description
Southern comfort shines through paula deen’s sweet potato casserole, blending creamy mashed potatoes with a crunchy pecan topping. Hearty flavors and comforting textures invite you to savor each delightful spoonful of this classic holiday side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups sweet potatoes (mashed)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter (melted)
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 9×13 inch baking dish with a light layer of cooking spray or butter.
- Blend mashed sweet potatoes with granulated sugar, smooth melted butter, whisked eggs, pure vanilla extract, and whole milk until the mixture reaches a creamy, uniform consistency.
- Transfer the sweet potato blend into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the surface.
- Craft the topping by combining rich brown sugar, all-purpose flour, additional melted butter, and roughly chopped pecans in a separate mixing bowl.
- Generously distribute the pecan topping over the sweet potato base, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, watching for a golden-brown surface and gentle bubbling around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving, which helps the dish set and enhances its creamy texture.
- Serve warm as a delectable side dish, perfect for holiday gatherings or family meals.
Notes
- Swap refined sugar with coconut sugar or maple syrup for a lower glycemic index and more complex flavor profile.
- Toast pecans beforehand to enhance their nutty depth and bring out richer, more intense aromatics in the topping.
- Substitute dairy milk with almond or oat milk for a lactose-free version that maintains creamy texture and subtle sweetness.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the sweet potato base to elevate the warm, comforting spice notes and create more complexity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 392 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 44 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg