Description
A creamy, flavorful Southern Sweet Potato Casserole that is quick, easy, and budget-friendly, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the mashed sweet potatoes, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, sugar, beaten eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish.
- In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and chopped pecans; sprinkle over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or coconut milk and use plant-based butter. You can also make it ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg