🌟✨ Don’t miss out on this irresistible Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Streusel recipe! 🌟✨
Ingredients:
- 3 cups mashed sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, sugar, eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the sweet potato mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar, flour, softened butter, and chopped pecans until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the pecan streusel topping over the sweet potato mixture.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.
Popular questions:
- Q: Can I use canned sweet potatoes instead of fresh sweet potatoes?
- Q: Can I use almond milk instead of regular milk?
- Q: Can I make this casserole ahead of time?
- Q: Can I use walnuts instead of pecans?
A: Yes, you can substitute canned sweet potatoes for fresh sweet potatoes in this recipe. Just make sure to drain them well before mashing.
A: Yes, you can use almond milk or any other non-dairy milk as a substitute for regular milk in this recipe.
A: Yes, you can assemble the casserole ahead of time and refrigerate it until you’re ready to bake it.
A: Yes, you can use walnuts or any other type of nut in place of pecans for the streusel topping.
Helpful tips:
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the sweet potato mixture.
- Sprinkle a little extra brown sugar on top of the streusel before baking for a sweeter topping.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend in place of all-purpose flour.
Expert Secrets:
- Make sure to fully cook and mash the sweet potatoes for a smooth and creamy casserole.
- To prevent the streusel topping from burning, loosely cover the casserole with foil halfway through baking.
- Experiment with adding different spices like ginger or cloves for a unique flavor twist.