Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Crumble Topping

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Crumble Topping
45 min.
10
279kcal
100%sweetness
4.11%saltiness
7.9%sourness
4.11%bitterness
3.17%savoriness
19.06%fattiness
0%spiciness

Suggestions

This sweet potato casserole with pecan crumble topping is the perfect side dish for your next holiday gathering or family dinner. With a sweet and buttery crumb topping and a smooth and creamy sweet potato base, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The addition of cranberry-orange relish gives it a unique and refreshing twist, while the pecans add a satisfying crunch. This casserole is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, offering a good source of vitamin A, vitamin C, and manganese. It's also vegetarian-friendly and easy to make, with a prep time of just 45 minutes. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this sweet potato casserole is sure to impress your family and friends. So, why not give it a try? It might just become your new go-to side dish for special occasions or everyday meals. Don't be surprised if your guests ask for seconds or even the recipe! So, get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this sweet potato casserole. Happy cooking and enjoy the delicious flavors that are about to unfold.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup brown sugar 
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar 
  • tablespoons butter 
  •  eggs beaten
  • 0.5 cup evaporated milk 
  • 0.3 cup flour 
  •  cranberry-orange relish 
  • 0.5 cup pecans 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • cups sweet potatoes and into mashed (I used 4 large)
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • pot
  • blender
  • loaf pan
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F. In a a large pot, add sweet potatoes and fill with water until the potatoes are just covered. Bring to a boil, turn heat down and gently boil until potatoes are fork tender, about 15 minutes. In a large bowl add: beaten egg, sugar, evaporated milk, orange zest from the orange, 3 tablespoons of butter and vanilla.
  2. Add cooked and drained sweet potatoes to the large bowl and break up the sweet potatoes with a wooden spoon or a mixer on low speed.
  3. Add the freshly squeezed orange juice (about 1/4 cup) and mix until combined and potatoes are smooth. Put sweet potato mixture into a greased 9 x 5 loaf pan.For the crumb topping, mix brown sugar and flour, cut in the 2 tablespoons of butter then stir in the pecan pieces. cover the sweet potato casserole completely with the crumb topping. Decorate with pecan halves if desired.
  4. Bake for 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories279kcal
Protein4.38%
Fat24.1%
Carbs71.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.56
Glycemic Load
17.28
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
9.9921739130435%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.59mg
Delphinidin
0.4mg
Catechin
0.39mg
Epigallocatechin
0.31mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.13mg
Hesperetin
3.57mg
Naringenin
2.01mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Taste

Sweetness:
100%
Saltiness:
4.11%
Sourness:
7.9%
Bitterness:
4.11%
Savoriness:
3.17%
Fattiness:
19.06%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:278.6kcal
13.93%
Fat:7.69g
11.83%
Saturated Fat:2.51g
15.67%
Carbohydrates:51.36g
17.12%
Net Carbohydrates:49.21g
17.89%
Sugar:40.74g
45.27%
Cholesterol:26.04mg
8.68%
Sodium:65.96mg
2.87%
Protein:3.14g
6.29%
Vitamin A:5816.99IU
116.34%
Manganese:0.4mg
19.85%
Vitamin C:8.23mg
9.97%
Fiber:2.15g
8.59%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.94%
Copper:0.15mg
7.71%
Calcium:76.1mg
7.61%
Phosphorus:76.04mg
7.6%
Potassium:259.76mg
7.42%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.13%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.37%
Magnesium:24.41mg
6.1%
Vitamin B5:0.6mg
5.97%
Selenium:3.95µg
5.64%
Folate:20.52µg
5.13%
Iron:0.85mg
4.74%
Zinc:0.57mg
3.8%
Vitamin B3:0.62mg
3.11%
Vitamin E:0.34mg
2.25%
Vitamin K:1.21µg
1.15%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.07%
Source:Foodista