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Easy Sweet Potato Casserole with Best Pecan Streusel

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This cozy sweet potato casserole features a creamy, roasted sweet potato filling topped with a crunchy pecan streusel. It’s the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving or a comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds sweet potatoes (about 4–5 medium), peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 cup pecan halves, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
  2. Roast the sweet potatoes: Place the peeled and chopped sweet potatoes on the baking sheet. Drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil and toss to coat. Spread in a single layer. Roast for 25-30 minutes, until fork-tender and edges are caramelized. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  3. Make the filling: Transfer roasted sweet potatoes to a large mixing bowl. Add melted butter, brown sugar, beaten eggs, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon. Mash with a potato masher until mostly smooth, then use a hand mixer on low speed for about 30 seconds until creamy. Stir in the milk.
  4. Prepare the streusel: In a medium bowl, combine chopped pecans, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add cold butter cubes. Use a fork or pastry cutter to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized butter pieces.
  5. Assemble the casserole: Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the pecan streusel evenly over the top.
  6. Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, until the streusel is golden brown and the filling is bubbly around the edges. If browning too fast, tent with foil for the last 10 minutes.
  7. Rest and serve: Let the casserole sit for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve warm.

Notes

For best flavor, roast the sweet potatoes instead of boiling. The streusel should have visible butter pieces for a crunchy texture. You can assemble the casserole up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate. For freezing, assemble unbaked and freeze for up to 3 months.

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