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A freshly baked sweet potato casserole with a golden-brown toasted marshmallow topping.

Quick way to grow 5 Sweet Potato Casserole

This recipe provides a quick and delicious way to prepare a sweet potato casserole, perfect for any occasion. It's a comforting dish that comes together effortlessly.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 5 medium sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup butter melted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Topping
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cold butter cubed
  • 1 cup pecans chopped

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • large bowl
  • medium bowl
  • saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Peel and boil the sweet potatoes until they are tender; then drain and mash them in a large bowl.
Assemble Casserole
  1. In the bowl with the mashed sweet potatoes, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt; mix until smooth.
  2. Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Prepare Topping
  1. In a separate medium bowl, mix together the brown sugar, flour, and cubed cold butter until a crumbly mixture forms, then stir in the chopped pecans.
  2. Evenly sprinkle the pecan topping over the sweet potato mixture in the baking dish.
Bake
  1. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
  2. Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For an extra touch of flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the sweet potato mixture. This casserole can be made ahead of time and reheated. Cover with foil if the topping starts to brown too quickly during baking.