Pioneer Woman Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe
If you love warm and cozy side dishes, this Pioneer Woman Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe is perfect. It is creamy, sweet and topped with a crunchy layer.
Ingredients
- Sweet potatoes peeled and cubed – 4 cups
- Sugar – 1/2 cup
- Brown sugar – 1/2 cup
- Butter melted – 1/2 cup
- Milk – 1/2 cup
- Eggs – 2 large
- Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
- Cinnamon – 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt – 1/4 teaspoon
For the topping:
- Brown sugar – 1/2 cup
- All-purpose flour – 1/3 cup
- Butter cold, cubed – 1/3 cup
- Chopped pecans – 1/2 cup
Instructions
Cook the Sweet Potatoes
- Boil sweet potatoes in a large pot with water. Cook for 15 minutes until soft. Drain well and let them cool slightly before mashing.
Mash the Potatoes
- Place cooked sweet potatoes in a bowl. Mash until smooth and creamy. Make sure there are no lumps for a soft texture.
Mix the Base
- Add sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon and salt. Mix everything well until smooth and creamy.
Prepare the Baking Dish
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease your baking dish lightly. Pour the sweet potato mixture into the dish. Spread evenly using a spoon.
Make the Topping
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar and flour. Add cold butter and mix until crumbly. Stir in chopped pecans for a crunchy topping.
Add the Topping
- Sprinkle the topping evenly over the sweet potato layer. Make sure it covers the surface well for a nice crispy texture.
Bake the Casserole
- Bake for 30 minutes until the top is golden brown. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. This helps the casserole set properly.
Notes
- Use fresh sweet potatoes for best flavor.
- Mash well to avoid lumps.
- Add marshmallows if you like extra sweetness.
- Use unsalted butter to control salt level.
- Do not overbake to keep it moist.
- Toast pecans for a deeper flavor.