Best 10 Pecan Crusted Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in Southern charm with a delectable Pecan-Crusted Sweet Potato Casserole, the perfect side dish to grace your Thanksgiving and holiday feasts. This classic dish combines the velvety sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with a crunchy pecan topping, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.

Embark on a culinary journey with our curated collection of sweet potato casserole recipes. From the traditional to the innovative, discover a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Elevate your holiday spread with our rendition of the classic sweet potato casserole, featuring a maple-spiced pecan crumble and a creamy, custard-like filling.

For those seeking a healthier alternative, explore our guilt-free sweet potato casserole, which swaps butter and cream for almond milk and coconut sugar, resulting in a lighter yet equally indulgent dish. And for those with a penchant for spice, our spicy sweet potato casserole adds a touch of heat with a cayenne-infused filling and a crunchy, spiced pecan topping.

Prepare to impress your guests with our unique sweet potato casserole variations. Our bacon-wrapped sweet potato casserole combines the classic flavors of sweet potatoes and pecans with the savory smokiness of bacon, creating a delightful contrast of flavors. And for a vegetarian twist, our roasted vegetable sweet potato casserole incorporates a medley of colorful vegetables, resulting in a vibrant and nutritious dish.

So, gather your loved ones, set your table, and embark on a culinary adventure with our Pecan-Crusted Sweet Potato Casserole and its accompanying recipes. These delectable dishes will undoubtedly become cherished holiday traditions, bringing warmth and joy to your celebrations for years to come.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET POTATO-PECAN CASSEROLE



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Top Ellie Krieger's Sweet Potato-Pecan Casserole recipe from Food Network Magazine with brown sugar and chopped pecans for Thanksgiving or as an any-day side.

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Cooking spray
3 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 5 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1/3 cup honey
1 large egg
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar
1/3 cup finely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Mist an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Bring a few inches of water to a boil in a pot with a large steamer basket in place. Put the sweet potatoes in the basket, cover and steam until tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer the potatoes to a bowl and let cool slightly. Add the honey, egg, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, the nutmeg, ginger and 1/2 teaspoon salt; whip with an electric mixer until smooth. Spread the sweet potato mixture in the prepared baking dish.
  • Mix the brown sugar, pecans and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon in a bowl; sprinkle over the potatoes. Bake until hot and beginning to brown around the edges, 40 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 25 milligrams, Sodium 180 milligrams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH PECANS



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This convenient sweet potato casserole with pecan topping calls for canned sweet potatoes, so preparation time is minimal. The nutty brown sugar topping adds a bit of crunch. -Anita Briner, Etters, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cans (40 ounces each) sweet potatoes, drained
8 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
TOPPING:
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup cold butter, cubed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mash sweet potatoes. Add the eggs, sugar, flour, vanilla and salt; beat until smooth. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, flour and pecans; cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over sweet potato mixture. , Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 60-70 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 152mg cholesterol, Sodium 326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

PECAN SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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Creamy sweet potatoes are treated to a brown-sugar-and-pecan topping in this pared-down casserole. "I like to double the recipe for my company's Thanksgiving potluck," Tina Browning writes from Lehigh Acres, Florida. "Everyone loves it."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons 2% milk
2 tablespoons beaten egg
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
TOPPING:
2 to 3 tablespoons chopped pecans
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Place sweet potato in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 20-25 minutes or until tender. Drain. Place potato in a bowl; mash. Stir in the sugar, milk, egg, butter and vanilla until blended. Transfer to a 3-cup baking dish coated with cooking spray. , Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over sweet potato mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

ROASTED SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH PECAN CRUMBLE



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This roasted sweet potato casserole gets the special treatment with a spiced pecan crumble topping.

Provided by Andrew J

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
⅓ cup packed dark brown sugar
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
10 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, divided
½ cup chopped pecans
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, beaten
½ cup evaporated milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Combine sweet potatoes and oil in a bowl and toss to coat. Lay on a shallow baking sheet.
  • Roast until slightly charred, about 45 minutes, turning regularly to prevent burning on the bottom.
  • While potatoes are roasting, combine 1/3 cup brown sugar and flour in a medium-sized bowl. Add 3 tablespoons butter and cut into the dry ingredients. Stir in pecans until evenly mixed. Set crumble mixture aside.
  • Combine 1/3 cup brown sugar, remaining 7 tablespoons butter, eggs, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, cloves, and nutmeg in a large mixing bowl. Set aside until potatoes are done roasting.
  • Remove potatoes from oven and reduce heat to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Transfer sweet potatoes to the brown sugar mixture in the large mixing bowl. Toss until well combined.
  • Spoon sweet potato mixture into a 1 1/2-quart casserole dish. Top with crumble mixture, distributing evenly to form a crust.
  • Bake in the hot oven until lightly browned on top, 30 to 40 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.5 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Cholesterol 89.2 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 233.8 mg, Sugar 23.4 g

PECAN CRUSTED SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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This is an extra sweet and wonderful version of Sweet Potato Casserole. A favorite at my house during Thanksgiving! Feeds a crowd.

Provided by M Harris

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 -10 sweet potatoes
1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup melted butter
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 -3 cups chopped pecans
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 -3 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Peel, boil, and mash sweet potatoes to yeild approx 6 cups. (If using canned sweet potatoes: use two large and one small can rinsed and drained).
  • Combine mashed sweet pototoes with remaining ingredients. Mix well.
  • Pour into 9 x 13 greased baking dish.
  • In separate bowl, combine pecans, melted butter, and brown sugar. Coat well.
  • Gradually add flour to coated pecans until slightly crumbly.
  • Top casserole with pecan mixture covering as much of the surface as possible.
  • Bake uncovered 30-45 minutes at 375 degrees until top is browned and crusty. Casserole will set up during baking.
  • Cool slightly and serve!

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH PECANS



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You can't have a holiday dinner without a sweet potato souffle! And this is a wonderful version. I got this from my mother-in-law, who got the recipe from a neighbor.

Provided by Mienna

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 sweet potatoes, cut into chunks
1 ⅓ cups white sugar
¾ cup milk
3 eggs, beaten
¾ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 ½ cups brown sugar
1 ½ cups chopped pecans
¾ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Cover sweet potatoes with water in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and transfer potatoes to a large bowl.
  • Mash potatoes with white sugar, milk, eggs, salt, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Spread mixture in prepared baking dish.
  • Mix brown sugar, pecans, and flour in another bowl. Pour margarine over pecan mixture; toss until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle over potato mixture.
  • Bake in preheated oven until pecan topping is hard, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.3 calories, Carbohydrate 64.2 g, Cholesterol 47.7 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 303.6 mg, Sugar 44.5 g

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH PECAN TOPPING



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Thanksgiving wouldn't be the same for Scott Jones without this sensational side dish. "The caramelized pecan topping is a great change from marshmallows, but I don't think it's any lighter," he writes from Tulsa, Oklahoma. "Can you trim it down?"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-3/4 pounds sweet potatoes (about 3 large), peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 eggs
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract
TOPPING:
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons cold butter
1/3 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Place the sweet potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. , Drain and place in a food processor. Add the eggs, butter, milk and extracts; cover and process until smooth. Pour into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. , In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and flour. Cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over sweet potato mixture; sprinkle with pecans. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until set.

Nutrition Facts :

MAPLE PECAN-GLAZED SWEET POTATOES



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Looking for a delicious side dish idea? Then check out this maple and pecan glazed sweet potato recipe.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup apple juice
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup maple-flavored syrup
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon margarine
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 lb. sweet potatoes (about 3 large), peeled, cut into 3/4-inch cubes (about 5 cups)
2 tablespoons chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of the apple juice and cornstarch; mix well. Set aside.
  • In large nonstick skillet or Dutch oven, combine remaining apple juice, syrup, cinnamon, margarine and salt; mix well. Bring to a boil. Add potatoes; stir to coat well. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 8 to 10 minutes or just until potatoes are tender.
  • Stir cornstarch mixture into potato mixture; cook and stir over medium-high heat until bubbly and thickened. Spoon into serving bowl. Sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 95 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

PECAN CRUSTED SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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Several years ago, I was given this recipe from an old friend and served it to my family at Thanksgiving. It was a huge hit! I haven't made sweet potatoes any other way since and it's always requested! So good! It tastes more like a dessert really rather than a side dish.

Provided by melissa harris @mharrisrn

Categories     Potatoes

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 cup(s) mashed sweet potatoes
1 cup(s) gran. sugar (or splenda)
2 - eggs- beaten
1 teaspoon(s) pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup(s) butter, melted
2 teaspoon(s) cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon(s) nutmeg
TOPPING
1 cup(s) flour
2 cup(s) chopped pecans
1 cup(s) packed brown sugar
1/2 cup(s) cold butter

Steps:

  • In mixing bowl, combine all ingredients (except for topping) and mix well. Spread into greased 9 x 13" casserole dish.
  • Mix dry topping ingredients together, and with pasty blender (or your fingers if you wish), blend with cut cold butter to make coarse crumbs.
  • Spoon and spread crumb topping evenly over casserole. Bake uncovered 25-30 minutes at 350 until crust is brown and knife inserted comes out clean. Hint: I traditionally use fresh sweet pototoes when in season. However, canned works just as good. Drain and rince away liquid before mashing. Also, marshmallows can subst the crumb topping. Just add to last few minutes of baking time just long enough to brown tops.

YUMMY SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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My family begs me to make this creamy baked dish every Thanksgiving and Christmas. What makes it so good is the pecan topping! Try it and I'm sure it will become your new tradition!

Provided by TINA B

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups sweet potato, cubed
½ cup white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
½ teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons butter, softened
½ cup milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup packed brown sugar
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter, softened
½ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Put sweet potatoes in a medium saucepan with water to cover. Cook over medium high heat until tender; drain and mash.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the sweet potatoes, white sugar, eggs, salt, butter, milk and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth. Transfer to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In medium bowl, mix the brown sugar and flour. Cut in the butter until the mixture is coarse. Stir in the pecans. Sprinkle the mixture over the sweet potato mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven 30 minutes, or until the topping is lightly brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.1 calories, Carbohydrate 30.1 g, Cholesterol 49.6 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 187.5 mg, Sugar 19.8 g

Tips:

  • For the best results, choose sweet potatoes that are about the same size so that they cook evenly.
  • To make peeling the sweet potatoes easier, prick them with a fork and microwave them for 2-3 minutes before peeling.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can mash the sweet potatoes by hand with a potato masher or fork.
  • Be sure to season the sweet potato casserole to taste before baking. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or nutmeg, depending on your preference.
  • The pecan crust is a great way to add a crunchy texture to the casserole. If you don't have pecans, you can use another type of nut, such as walnuts or almonds.
  • Be sure to serve the casserole warm, topped with additional pecans and maple syrup, if desired.

Conclusion:

Pecan-crusted sweet potato casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for special occasions or everyday meals. The creamy sweet potato filling is complemented perfectly by the crunchy pecan crust. This casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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