Description
Sweet Potato Casserole is the ultimate comfort dish, blending the natural sweetness of tender sweet potatoes with a creamy texture and a delightful topping. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy dinners, this casserole is sure to impress your family and friends. With its warm, inviting aroma and rich flavor profile, each bite will transport you to a place of nostalgia and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs)
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Peel and cube sweet potatoes; boil in salted water until tender (15-20 minutes). Drain.
- Mash the sweet potatoes until smooth, then mix in melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish and smooth the top. Optionally add chopped pecans or mini marshmallows.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through and lightly browned on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, consider incorporating nutmeg alongside cinnamon. - If you prefer a sweeter touch, substitute brown sugar with maple syrup. - Assemble the casserole a day ahead and refrigerate before baking for convenience.
