Sweet Potato Casserole with Brown Sugar Pecan Topping

Name: Sweet Potato Casserole with Brown Sugar Pecan Topping
Cook time: 30 min
Ingredients: 3 cups sweet potatoes (cooked and mashed); 1 cup sugar; 2 Eggs (beaten); 1/2 cup butter (softened); 1/3 cup milk; 1 tablespoon vanilla; 1 cup Brown Sugar (packed); 1/3 cup flour; 1/3 cup butter (melted); 1 cup pecans (chopped)

Sweet Potato Casserole — sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, butter, milk, vanilla, and pecans. Loaded with all kinds of goodness and deliciousness!

I absolutely love fall and everything associated with the changing weather. The cooler temperatures, falling leaves, bonfires, smores, sweaters, and cozy blankets all seem to make the season perfect.

Along with the changing temperature comes my desire to bake fall dishes. Sweet Potato Casserole is one of the many items that come to mind when I think about fall weather.

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Why This Recipe Is Fantastic

Sweet Potato Casserole is creamy, delicious, and melts in your mouth. It has a crunchy brown sugar pecan topping that completes this dish. It’s perfect for your holiday table or really just any time you have a taste for some pure southern comfort food. This dish usually ends up on my table at least once a month as a side dish. OH, SO GOOD!

Thinking About Holiday Sides?

This dish is one of my favorite recipes during the holiday season. I like to make it for family dinners, Thanksgiving, or Christmas get-togethers. It is usually one of the first items to disappear from the table. I always have a clean dish when dinner is over. 🙂

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Doubles as a Side Dish or a Dessert

Not only is this side dish popular for the holidays, it’s great throughout the year as a side dish for dinner or even for a dessert. Yep, dessert. I had the leftovers during the week with a scoop of vanilla ice-cream for dessert. It satisfied my sweet tooth with pleasure. Wonderful!

For another sweet potato treat, try this Southern Sweet Potato Pie. It’s made with basic ingredients and turns out perfect every time. Try it with a dollop of whipped cream for an added touch.

This recipe makes the best Sweet Potato Casserole and has been a family favorite for years.

Cranberry Stuffing is a must to try for this holiday season. It will not disappoint your guest.

Ingredients Needed for Sweet Potato Casserole

This recipe only requires simple ingredients and comes together in no time.

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sweet potatoes
sugar
eggs
butter
milk
vanilla extract
light brown sugar
flour
melted butter
chopped pecans

If you plan to cook a turkey this year, check out my post on How to Cook a Turkey for tips on a moist turkey every time.

How to Prepare Sweet Potatoes

Wash sweet potatoes and place on a sheet pan. Bake at 400 degrees for about 45 minutes to an hour or until soft. The time will depend on how big your potatoes are. Let cool. Remove skins. Place in a large bowl and mash with a fork until they are creamy and no lumps.

How To Make This Casserole

For complete instructions, see the recipe card below.

Gather ingredients.
Combine sweet potatoes with sugar, eggs, 1/2 cup softened butter, milk, and vanilla. Spoon into a greased 13″ x 9″ baking dish.
Combine brown sugar, flour, 1/3 cup melted butter, and pecans.
Using a tablespoon, drop over the top of the sweet potatoes.
Spread gently over the top.
Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

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For more side dish recipes, check out my Southern Cornbread Salad, Crock Pot Creamed Corn, Candied Sweet Potatoes, and Chicken and Dressing.

Let’s not forget the Southern Sweet Potato Pie for dessert. It will not disappoint your guest.

Recipe FAQ’s

Yes. Eggs act as a binder and enriches the casserole.

Yes. You should cook and mash the potatoes before mixing with the other ingredients.

Check out my No-Bake Pumpkin Pie for a delicious dessert for the holiday table.