Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel
Servings: 10 Servings
Ingredients
Streusel Topping:
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- ⅔ cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup pecans chopped
Filling:
- 3 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
- ½ cup light brown sugar packed (optional)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted (4 tablespoons)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, and grease a 2.5 quart baking dish or 11 x 7-inch pan. Set aside.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and add the sweet potatoes. Cook until they are soft and fork tender, about 20 to 25 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl to cool.3 pounds sweet potatoes
- While the potatoes cool, make the topping. In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. The mixture will be crumbly. Stir in the pecans, then set aside.5 tablespoons unsalted butter, ⅔ cup light brown sugar, ½ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 cup pecans
- Use an electric mixer to beat the sweet potatoes until smooth. Add the brown sugar, butter, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until just combined, then add the beaten eggs. Continue to mix until the eggs are incorporated.½ cup light brown sugar, ¼ cup unsalted butter, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg, 2 large eggs
- Spread the sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish, and top with the streusel topping. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Let the casserole cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- The brown sugar in the sweet potato filling is optional.
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 cup of sweet potato casserole. Actual calories will vary. For more information and tips, please refer to the post.
Nutrition Facts
Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel
Serving Size
1 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
290
% Daily Value*
Fat
18
g
28
%
Saturated Fat
7
g
35
%
Trans Fat
0.4
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
7
g
Cholesterol
60
mg
20
%
Sodium
138
mg
6
%
Potassium
91
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
31
g
10
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
26
g
29
%
Protein
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
413
IU
8
%
Vitamin C
0.1
mg
0
%
Calcium
41
mg
4
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
