Sweet Potato Bake 🍠🥧

Overview:

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8
Calories per Serving: 436.4
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Based on 13 reviews)

Description:

Indulge in the rich flavors of our favorite sweet potato casserole, crowned with crunchy pecans! This delightful dish is perfect for cozy gatherings, potlucks, or as a comforting side dish for your holiday feasts. Plus, with its easy prep and inexpensive ingredients, it’s a definite crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients:

• 3 cups mashed sweet potatoes
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup milk
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon maple flavoring
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 3/4 cup pecans
• 1/4 cup flour
• 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions:

1. Prepare Sweet Potato Mixture:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, milk, butter, egg, salt, and maple flavoring.
   • Beat the ingredients together until smooth and well incorporated.

2. Assemble the Casserole:

   • Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
   • Transfer the sweet potato mixture into the greased casserole dish, spreading it evenly.

3. Prepare Pecan Topping:

   • In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, pecans, and flour until combined.
   • Cut in the butter until the mixture becomes crumbly.

4. Add Topping and Bake:

   • Sprinkle the prepared pecan topping evenly over the sweet potato mixture in the casserole dish.

5. Bake:

   • Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
   • Place the assembled casserole in the preheated oven.
   • Bake, uncovered, for approximately 45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.

6. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Once baked to perfection, remove the sweet potato bake from the oven.
   • Allow it to cool slightly before serving.
   • Serve warm and enjoy the irresistible flavors of this comforting dish!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 436.4
• Total Fat: 15.9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5.8g
• Cholesterol: 44.5mg
• Sodium: 554.7mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 72.2g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4.2g
  • Sugar: 52.5g
• Protein: 4.4g

Recipe Notes:

• Make-Ahead Tip: You can save time on the day of serving by preparing the sweet potato mixture a day in advance and refrigerating it until ready to assemble and bake.
• Customization: Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the dish by reducing the amount of sugar according to your taste preferences.
• Allergy Alert: For those with nut allergies, you can omit the pecans or substitute them with your favorite nut-free topping for a delightful variation.
• Holiday Favorite: This sweet potato bake is a beloved addition to Thanksgiving and Christmas menus, bringing warmth and flavor to festive gatherings.

Indulge in the cozy flavors of this irresistible sweet potato bake, perfect for sharing with loved ones during special occasions or as a comforting treat any time of the year!