Description
Cheesy Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel is a delightful dish that brings warmth and comfort to any gathering. With its creamy sweet potato base topped with a crunchy pecan streusel, this casserole is both visually stunning and packed with flavor. Perfect for holidays or family dinners, it’s a nostalgic treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- Boil peeled and chopped sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash them in a bowl.
- Mix in butter, milk, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and half of the cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Spread the mixture into the baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- In a separate bowl, combine pecans, melted butter, and brown sugar; sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg