Sweet Potato Bake Recipe 🍠
Description:
This delicious Sweet Potato Bake is a delightful twist on the classic marshmallow version, adored by my husband and always a highlight at our Thanksgiving Dinner table for years!
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Recipe Category: Yam/Sweet Potato
- Keywords: Potato, Vegetable, Low Protein, Thanksgiving, < 60 Mins, Easy
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 718.2
- Fat Content: 31.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 11.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 105.5mg
- Sodium Content: 804.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 107.3g
- Fiber Content: 6g
- Sugar Content: 79.2g
- Protein Content: 7.6g
Ingredients:
- 3 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/3 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 2 | Prepare Sweet Potato Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, 1/4 cup of butter, salt, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and well combined. |
| 3 | Prepare Topping Mixture: In a separate small bowl, mix brown sugar, chopped pecans, flour, and softened butter. Stir well until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. |
| 4 | Assemble: Pour the sweet potato mixture into a greased 8 1/2″ x 11″ baking pan, spreading it evenly. |
| 5 | Add Topping: Sprinkle the topping mixture evenly over the sweet potato layer, covering it entirely. |
| 6 | Bake: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are set and the topping looks crunchy and golden brown. |
| 7 | Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the deliciousness of this sweet and crunchy Sweet Potato Bake! |
Additional Tips:
- To enhance the flavor, you can add a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg to the sweet potato mixture.
- For a nut-free option, you can omit the pecans or substitute them with a different type of nut or even oats.
- Make sure to grease the baking pan well to prevent sticking.
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and reheated in the oven before serving.
Final Thoughts:
This Sweet Potato Bake recipe is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for any occasion, especially Thanksgiving! With its creamy sweet potato base and crunchy pecan topping, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of this delightful dish! 🥧
