Description
A comforting American Sweet Potato Casserole with a creamy filling made from canned sweet potatoes and topped with a crunchy praline streusel made of butter, brown sugar, pecans, and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for holiday feasts, family gatherings, or cozy dinners, this dish combines sweet, nutty, and warm flavors with a delightful texture contrast, making it a cherished staple for fall and winter celebrations.
Ingredients
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For the Casserole
- 2 cans (29 oz each) Sweet Potatoes, drained well
- 1 stick Butter, melted
- 3/4 cup White Sugar
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 3 large Eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
For the Praline Topping
- 1 stick Butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Brown Sugar, packed
- 2/3 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 1/2 cups Chopped Pecans
Instructions
- Grease the casserole dish: Generously coat a 9×13-inch casserole dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking of the casserole.
- Combine the casserole ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the drained sweet potatoes, melted butter, white sugar, heavy cream, eggs, salt, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
- Beat until smooth: Use a handheld electric mixer to blend the mixture until it becomes creamy and free of lumps, guaranteeing a smooth texture.
- Spread the sweet potato mixture: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared casserole dish and smooth the top for uniform baking.
- Prepare the praline topping: In a separate bowl, mix together melted butter, salt, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, and chopped pecans until the mixture resembles crumbly streusel.
- Sprinkle the topping: Evenly distribute the praline streusel over the sweet potato mixture, ensuring every bite will have a crunchy topping.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
- Serve warm: Optionally garnish with a dollop of whipped cream for added indulgence before serving.
Notes
- Serve warm to enjoy the creamy filling and crunchy topping contrast.
- You can prepare the sweet potato mixture up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate it covered.
- Praline streusel topping can be made 3 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat leftovers in a 350°F oven for 20-25 minutes to maintain a crisp topping.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and use plant-based butter.
- For nut-free option, omit pecans and replace with oats and brown sugar mixture.
- Do not overmix the sweet potato mixture to retain a light texture; some lumps are okay.
- Use unsalted butter for better control over seasoning.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: sweet potato casserole, praline streusel, holiday side dish, American dessert, sweet potato recipe, nut topping, creamy casserole, easy holiday recipe
