Yellow Sweet Potato Casserole

Transform your holiday table with this irresistibly creamy Yellow Sweet Potato Casserole, a delightful twist on the traditional staple. Featuring the natural sweetness of golden-hued yellow sweet potatoes, this dish is elevated with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, a hint of vanilla, and a luscious pecan crumble topping. The balance of smooth, buttery mashed sweet potatoes and the crunchy, nutty topping makes this casserole a crowd-pleaser for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special occasion. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make casserole pairs beautifully with roasted meats and savory side dishes, offering a comforting blend of flavors and textures. Perfectly portioned to serve six, it’s a guaranteed hit that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large yellow sweet potatoes
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup pecans
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 2-quart casserole dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2

Peel the yellow sweet potatoes and cut them into large chunks. Place the chunks in a large pot of water and bring to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 3

Drain the cooked sweet potatoes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Mash the sweet potatoes until smooth using a handheld masher or an electric mixer.

Step 4

Add 4 tablespoons of the butter, brown sugar, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix until well combined and smooth.

Step 5

Allow the mixture to cool slightly before adding the eggs. Once cool, beat the eggs lightly in a small bowl, then stir them into the sweet potato mixture until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Transfer the sweet potato mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

For the topping, coarsely chop the pecans and combine them in a small bowl with the flour, granulated sugar, and remaining 2 tablespoons of butter (softened). Mix with a fork or your fingers until the mixture is crumbly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture in the casserole dish.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the sweet potato filling is set.

Step 10

Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1202.9 grams (1202.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2601

Total Fat 155.90g	200%
Saturated Fat 52.10g	261%
Polyunsaturated Fat 21.60g
Cholesterol 564mg	188%
Sodium 1778mg	77%
Total Carbohydrate 284.50g	103%
Dietary Fiber 33.50g	120%
Total Sugars 133.20g
Protein 38.70g	77%

Vitamin D 109IU	544%
Calcium 528mg	41%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 3238mg	69%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.0%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 42.2%