Best 10 Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Pecan Sweet Potato Casserole, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic Southern dish, often gracing holiday tables, combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with a medley of spices, creamy butter, and a crispy pecan topping. Our recipe offers a step-by-step guide, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors and a golden-brown crust. But that's not all; we've also included a collection of creative variations to cater to diverse preferences and dietary restrictions. From a vegan version with almond milk and maple syrup to a gluten-free option using almond flour, our recipes offer something for everyone. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BEST EVER SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH PECAN TOPPING



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After years of experimentation, I perfected this recipe of sweet potato casserole and it has turned into a holiday favorite. It's always a huge hit & I get tons of requests for it. And the best part is, it's great hot, cold & leftover. Everyone says it's just like dessert, and everyone goes back for seconds or even thirds. Enjoy!!

Provided by amberfaith614

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 large sweet potatoes
5/8 cup butter
1 cup evaporated milk
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons nutmeg
2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
2 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 cups crushed corn flakes
1 cup brown sugar (unpacked)
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat over to 425 degrees. Butter a 13x9 glass baking dish and set aside.
  • Bake the potatoes until soft throughout. This can be done in either the oven or the microwave, there is no difference in the end product. Then peel the skins off, and whip the potatoes in a large bowl with an electric mixer.
  • Add in all the casserole ingredients and beat with electric mixer until smooth. Spread in the glass dish and bake 20 minutes, uncovered. This can be prepared a day in advance & refridgerated overnight, simply increase the cook time to 30 minutes to cook through.
  • FOR THE TOPPING, crush corn flakes by hand to equal 2 cups (about 4 cups from the box). Stir in unpacked brown sugar and chopped pecans. Set aside.
  • Just before the casserole is done, melt butter and add to dry topping mix. Stir until thoroughly moist.
  • Remove casserole from oven, reduce heat to 400 degrees, and spread topping over top.
  • Bake uncovered 15 minutes at 400.
  • This sweet potato casserole is great hot, warm or cold. And the leftovers taste just as good as when first made.

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.

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE W/COCONUT PECAN TOPPING



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My partner's wife sent this last year to our Thanksgiving luncheon at work. It was hit there and a hit at my house. I just love it!

Provided by Mysterygirl

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 40m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup half-and-half
2 eggs, beaten
salt
1 cup coconut
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
1/3 cup flour
1/3 cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Mix all of the casserole ingredients in a mixer until smooth, then spread in a buttered dish.
  • Mix well topping ingredients and add melted butter.
  • Sprinkle on top of the potatoes.
  • Bake at 375 for 25 minutes.

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 MARSHMALLOW & PECAN-STREUSEL RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallow & Pecan-Streusel Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by Foodiewife

Number Of Ingredients 13

TOPPING:
4 whole medium sweet potatoes
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 cup whole milk, I used 2% and it worked out fine
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, optional
1 jar marshmallow fluff, or creme
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup pecans, finely chopped
3/4 cups flour
3/4 stick unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Wash 4 medium sweet potatoes and bake them in a 375°F oven until fork tender, about 30 to 35 minutes. When they are finished cooking slice them open and scrape out the flesh into a large bowl. Add the brown sugar, 1 cup milk, you can use half and half for a richer texture, 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1 teaspoon of salt. Add the pumpkin spice, if using. With a potato masher, mash them up just enough, you don't want to be perfectly smooth. Otherwise, I think the texture is too much like baby food. Your choice. Note: I used a hand mixer, on low speed, in spurts so as not to puree the sweet potatoes too much. Now, in a separate bowl, add 1 cup brown sugar, 1 cup pecans, chopped, that means measure a cup of pecans, then chop them, 3/4 cup flour, and 3/4 stick of melted butter. With a fork, mix until thoroughly combined. Note: You can easily make this a day or two ahead Spread the sweet potato mixture into a regular baking dish and sprinkle the crumb mixture all over the top. I used individual ramekins. If adding the marshmallow creme, add it before the topping. You could use miniature marshmallows, but I really liked the creaminess of the marshmallow creme. You could leave the marshmallow out, altogether, and this is still a delicious recipe. Bake in a 400°F oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.

SLOW COOKER SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH PECAN TOPPING



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My niece is allergic to cinnamon, so I came up with this variation of a classic sweet potato casserole with pecans recipe. This recipe is for a 3-quart slow cooker, but it can be easily doubled for a 6-quart slow cooker. I prefer to use fresh mashed sweet potatoes as it makes the recipe less sweet, but canned will also work.

Provided by a girl in AZ

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Sweet Potato Casserole Recipes

Time 3h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

cooking spray
4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
½ cup white sugar
⅓ cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
⅛ teaspoon ground cardamom
⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
¾ cup chopped pecans
¾ cup firmly packed light brown sugar
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Lightly grease a 3-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • Combine potatoes, white sugar, 1/3 cup butter, 3 tablespoons brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, nutmeg, allspice, ginger, and cardamom in a large bowl. Beat using an electric mixer at medium speed until smooth. Add whipping cream and stir well. Pour into the prepared slow cooker.
  • Combine pecans, 3/4 cup brown sugar, flour, and 2 tablespoons butter in a small bowl. Sprinkle over sweet potato mixture.
  • Cover and cook on High, 3 to 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.5 calories, Carbohydrate 57.9 g, Cholesterol 70.4 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 159.4 mg, Sugar 36 g

CORNFLAKE, PECAN, AND MARSHMALLOW-TOPPED SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Cornflake, Pecan, and Marshmallow-Topped Sweet Potato Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes (about 5 medium)
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 cup 2% low-fat milk
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
vegetable oil cooking spray
1 1/2 cups cornflakes cereal, crushed
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 1/4 cups miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Prepare filling: preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Bake sweet potatoes on a baking sheet 1 hour or until tender.
  • Decrease oven temperature to 350 degrees.
  • Let potatoes stand until cool to touch (about 20 minutes); peel and mash with a potato masher.
  • Beat mashed sweet potatoes, 2 T softened butter, and next 5 ingredients (brown sugar through vanilla) at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth.
  • Spoon mixture into an 11 x 7 inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  • Prepare topping: stir together crushed cornflakes, pecans, and 1 T brown sugar and melted butter.
  • Sprinkle over sweet potato in diagonal rows 2 inches apart.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven, let stand 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle mini marshmallows in alternate rows between cornflake mixture, and bake 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.7, Fat 7.8, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 35.9, Sodium 288, Carbohydrate 51.4, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 26.4, Protein 4

SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE WITH MARSHMALLOW & PECAN STREUSEL



Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallow & Pecan Streusel image

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 pounds Sweet Potatoes, peeled and chopped into large chunks,
6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
.25 cup Milk or Half & Half
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
2.25 tablespoons Brown Sugar
.25 cup Flour
.125 teaspoon Salt
.5 cup Pecans (chopped)
2.5 cups Mini Marshmellows

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 2-quart casserole dish and set aside.
  • Place the sweet potatoes in a large pot, cover with water, and boil until tender (about 7 minutes, depending on the size). Drain and return to the pot.
  • Add 2 tbsp. butter, .25 cups milk, .5 tsp. cinnamon, 2 tbsp. brown sugar and .125 tsp. salt to the potatoes and mash until smooth. Use a hand mixer, if desired, to make them extra smooth. Taste the potatoes and add additional seasonings, if desired.
  • Transfer the mashed potatoes to the prepared casserole dish. Place in the oven until heated through (if they're warm it will only take a few minutes).
  • While the sweet potatoes are heating, prepare the topping. In a medium bowl, combine 4 tbsp. butter, .25 cup brown sugar, .25 cup flour, .5 tsp. cinnamon, .125 tsp salt, and pecans. Stir until thoroughly combined.
  • Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven. Top with half the marshmallows, then sprinkle half the streusel over the marshmallows. Top with the other half of the marshmallows and sprinkle the remaining streusel over the top. Place back into the oven for 10-15 minutes, until the topping is bubbly and brown (keep an eye on it so the marshmallows don't burn). You can also place it under the broiler very briefly to add a little more color to the marshmallows.

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 :

SWEET POTATO PECAN CASSEROLE



Sweet Potato Pecan Casserole image

This is heavenly! We have it for all the major winter holidays. Goes wonderfully with Ham or Turkey. Preparation time does not include cooking the sweet potatoes first.

Provided by Mika G.

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups sweet potatoes, fresh, cooked and mashed
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup milk
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup light brown sugar
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 cup pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mash potatoes in a large mixing bowl. While still warm, fold in sugar, milk, beaten eggs, vanilla and 1/2 cup melted butter. Stir with wooden spoon until well combined. Put mixture in a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • In a small bowl, combine light brown sugar, flour, 1/3 cup melted butter and chopped pecans. Spoon this topping evenly over sweet potato mixture.
  • Bake about 40 minutes or until topping is crisp, pecans have toasted and sweet potato mixture is bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.1, Fat 24.5, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 84.1, Sodium 157.5, Carbohydrate 44.6, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 33.4, Protein 3.7

Tips:

  • Prep Your Sweet Potatoes Ahead of Time: For easier peeling, poke the potatoes with a fork and microwave them for about 5 minutes, or until they're cool enough to handle. You can also bake them in a 400°F oven for about an hour, or until they're tender.
  • Use Fresh, High-Quality Pecans: Fresh pecans will give your casserole the best flavor. If you can't find fresh pecans, you can use roasted pecans, but be sure to toast them yourself so that they're nice and fragrant.
  • Don't Overcook the Sweet Potatoes: Overcooked sweet potatoes will be mushy and bland. Cook them until they're just tender, about 15 minutes in the microwave or 1 hour in the oven.
  • Use a Good Quality Brown Sugar: Brown sugar adds a rich, molasses flavor to the casserole. Dark brown sugar will give you a more intense flavor than light brown sugar.
  • Don't Skimp on the Butter: Butter adds richness and flavor to the casserole. Use unsalted butter so that you can control the amount of salt.
  • Add a Splash of Vanilla Extract: Vanilla extract enhances the flavor of the casserole and helps to bring all the ingredients together.
  • Top the Casserole with a Crunchy Pecan Streusel: A crunchy pecan streusel topping adds a delicious textural contrast to the smooth and creamy casserole.
  • Serve the Casserole Warm: Sweet potato casserole is best served warm, right out of the oven. You can make it ahead of time and reheat it in the oven or microwave before serving.

Conclusion:

Pecan sweet potato casserole is a classic holiday side dish that's always a hit. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like it sweet, savory, or somewhere in between, this casserole is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a delicious and festive side dish, give pecan sweet potato casserole a try!

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