Ingredients
Casserole Base
- 4 cups sweet potatoes, mashed 🍠
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 eggs, beaten
- ½ cup butter, melted
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp salt
Topping
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup pecans, chopped
- ½ cup butter, melted
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
Prepare the Casserole Base
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, butter, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until smooth and well-blended.
- Bake: Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish and smooth out the surface. Bake for 45 minutes.
Prepare the Topping
- Combine Topping Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the sugar, pecans, melted butter, and flour until crumbly.
Assemble and Finish
- Add Topping: Remove the casserole from the oven and evenly spread the pecan mixture over the top.
- Bake Again: Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm as a side dish or dessert. Perfect for holiday gatherings!
Enjoy your Sweet Potato Casserole with its deliciously creamy base and crispy pecan topping.
